Ever felt like you’re walking on thin ice in your relationship? Meet our hero, who’s been in a relationship with his girlfriend for three years. During this time, his girlfriend has gained about 100lbs, leading to her dissatisfaction with her current weight. He’s never mentioned her weight gain, understanding her battle with bipolar disorder. But when she decides to lose weight and fails to see immediate results, things take a turn. Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster.
The Weight Gain Journey
Understanding Her Struggles
Treading on Thin Ice ⛸️
The Weight-Loss Proposal
The Journey Begins
The Defeatist Attitude
The Diet Debate
The Backlash
Caught in the Crossfire of Love and Health
Our hero is caught in a delicate situation, trying to help his girlfriend lose weight while also being mindful of her mental health. His attempts to encourage her and suggest improvements to her diet are met with anger and resistance. Despite his good intentions, he’s left feeling like the bad guy. Is he wrong for challenging her defeatist attitude and pointing out her dietary shortcuts? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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NTA. Is she in therapy? She needs support to handle challenges and suggestions without feeling attacked.
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NTA. Your empathy and concern for her well-being is commendable . Encourage her to seek professional help for her bipolar disorder and unrealistic dieting expectations
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NTA, be supportive and drop subtle hints about her weight loss journey
NTA. Bipolar ≠ being an a**hole. Misinformation about mental health.
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NTA. Girlfriend needs to reevaluate calorie intake for weight loss.
Support her without giving unsolicited advice. It’s about empathy
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Engaging comment about supporting partner’s weight loss journey and relationship
NTA, but unhealthy dynamic. Don’t abuse others due to mental illness.
NTA. Break a few eggs, find happiness, and speak up!
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A**hole-free relationship? Sounds like a mental health saver
Supportive partner helps girlfriend with weight, definitely NTA
NTA, but respect her boundaries.
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NTA, hope she finds a therapist soon
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INFO: Did she ever ask you for help?
Toxic relationship? NTA for feeling that way
“Just stop eating junk food”? That’s not helpful or kind
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