Teen’s Skinny Body TRIGGERS Friend’s Eating Disorder Past

‍♀️ Hey there, Facebook fam! Get ready for some juicy drama… I’m a 17-year-old girl with a naturally skinny bod thanks to my fast metabolism and love for soccer ⚽. But lately, my friendship with my bestie has been put to the test all because of my figure! She’s gained some weight recently and has been feeling super insecure. Things got heated at a pool party when she refused to swim and accused me of showing off! I tried to be supportive, but maybe I was a bit too blunt… Now I’m feeling guilty and wondering if I’m the a-hole in this situation. Let’s dive into this messy tale and see what you think!

‍♀️ Skinny Girl Problems?

‍♀️ Fast Metabolism & Soccer = Petite Physique ‍♀️

Friend ‘A’ Gains Weight, But Still Beautiful

‍♀️ Pool Party Drama: Friend Refuses to Swim

Trying to Be Supportive, But Accused of Showing Off

‍♀️ “It’s Not My Problem How My Body Makes You Feel”

Feeling Guilty for Being Rude

Friends Think She’s Dramatic, But I Feel Bad

Update: Post Blows Up, Thanks for the Insight!

Going to Talk to Her & Be There for Her

‍♀️ Am I a Bad Friend for Not Covering Up My Skinny Body?

Whew, talk about a sticky situation! My naturally slim figure has caused some major tension with my bestie who’s been struggling with her weight and body image. I tried to be supportive at a pool party, but she accused me of flaunting my bod and triggering her past eating disorder. I may have been a bit too blunt in my response, basically telling her my body isn’t my problem. Now I’m feeling guilty and wondering if I should’ve been more sensitive. My other friends think she’s being dramatic, but I can’t help but feel bad. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this tricky friendship dilemma! Get ready for some spicy hot takes…

NTA. Mature conversation advised. Use “I feel” statements.

Set boundaries. Her mental health is not your responsibility.

Supportive comment defends boundaries and offers advice for friend’s insecurity.

Your friend’s eating disorder is not your responsibility. NTA!

NTA. Friend needs therapy, not control over your body

Body shaming is never okay! Spread positivity and self-love

Encouraging support for positive self-image

NTA. Friend needs to seek help, don’t blame yourself.

Taking responsibility for triggers: NTA, friend is TA

Encouraging self-love and therapy for friend with body issues

Toxic friend shamed commenter for wearing certain clothes. NTA.

Embrace your body, don’t let others’ insecurities control you

Body image struggles aren’t your responsibility. Suggest therapy ‍♀️

Friend’s body issues are not your fault. NTA.

Don’t blame others for your problems, deal with them responsibly

Don’t blame skinny people, it’s not their fault

Mature response to friend’s eating disorder, emphasizing on care ❤️

Being thin doesn’t give anyone the right to skinny shame

You have the right to feel comfortable in your body

Body shaming friend is TA, commenter NTA

Stand up to body shaming. NTA for refusing change.

Friend’s request to cover up is selfish, NTA stands up

Don’t feel guilty for unintentionally triggering someone’s past. NTA

Body shaming is never okay, even if it’s self-projection. #NTA

Taking responsibility for insecurities. NTA

Body-shaming is never the solution, you’re NTA

Envy towards a naturally skinny sister but NTA for blaming her.

Navigating friendship and mental health in teenage years

NTA. Empathy and encouragement, not accommodation, is the answer.

Navigating a fat-phobic world with disordered eating: a helpful resource.

Don’t let someone else’s insecurities dictate how you live

Don’t let someone else’s insecurities bring you down

Empathetic NTA advice for friend with eating disorder triggers

Being skinny doesn’t make you responsible for triggering someone’s ED

Supporting a friend with an eating disorder: be empathetic, not controlled

Advice for not dimming your light and redirecting self-deprecation

Don’t let anyone use their ‘triggers’ as a narcissistic bludgeon

Body positivity and self-love, encouraging friend to seek therapy

One piece swimsuits don’t hide body size/shape, NTA.

Personal experience of losing weight and NTA support.

Embrace your body! NTA, don’t let her insecurities harm you

Supportive comment shows empathy for friend’s eating disorder struggles

Defending against body-shaming and blaming. NTA

Being mindful of weight talk can help prevent eating disorders

Skinny teen defends himself against friend’s eating disorder triggers

Body shaming triggers eating disorder past. NTA but be sympathetic.

Standing up for oneself and setting boundaries is important. NTA

Responsibility of managing triggers lies with the individual. NTA

Body shaming is never okay, even if it’s unintentional.

Don’t let anyone guilt trip you about your body. NTA

Former ED sufferer defends friend from unfair clothing criticism.

Recovering from an eating disorder is tough, but not others’ responsibility ‍♀️

Friend’s pool triggers eating disorder? NTA for going swimming.

Setting boundaries for mental health is not being rude

Supportive comment acknowledges friend’s emotional struggle with body image.

Recovered anorexic offers wise words of support and encouragement

Body-shaming is never okay, even if it triggers someone’s past.

Blaming and demanding change is unreasonable. NTA.

Self-accountability and empathy for those with eating disorders.

Existing isn’t a trigger. NTA.

Body-shaming friend is toxic. Eating disorders can get competitive. NTA

Being comfortable in your body isn’t a bad thing

Body positivity wins: friend’s hotness is a win-win for all

Don’t blame yourself for your friend’s triggers. Encourage counseling

Encouraging response to someone struggling with a friend’s mental health

Body shaming is never okay. NTA for having your own body.

NTA calls out friend’s blaming behavior for triggering her disorder.

Body shaming doesn’t just happen to bigger people.

NTA. Don’t let her eating disorder be your responsibility.

Existing quietly at the pool doesn’t make you TA

Setting boundaries with friends for their own progress

Be confident in your body, don’t let others bring you down

Don’t feel guilty, it’s not your responsibility to avoid triggers

Healthy body shouldn’t trigger others, NTA for loving yourself