My friends don't get it.

I have no idea what you look like, and I don't know your friends, but I think I can relate to your problem. I'm a woman, and I know something similar from my female friends. I gained a lot of weight a while ago and was really unhappy with myself. My friends, however, keep saying things like "No, you haven't gained any weight at all " i know i‘m s......   reply

Doesn't this just mean you're too self critical whenever you're not looking perfect in your opinion? Your friends are probably genuine but you reject what they say because you refuse to trust that they're being genuine. Just accept the compliment and stop being so insecure   reply