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My friend and her low self esteem

My friend is constantly saying how she is fat, ugly, hideous etc. She always puts herself down and it KILLS me to hear her say that. What can I do to help her so she doesn’t develop an ED or go on unhealthy diets or do anything rash. The picture is of her, by the way.

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Answer #1

Sorry, forgot to caption it.

Answer #2

I have the same problem with my friend. I have tried everything, from why do you think that? to just agreeing. nothing works, and I am fed up. she is especially annoying because she only does it for attention and I am done with it. but I am also worried it will turn into a big problem…

Answer #3

She is not doing it for attention though. She really does just have crap for self esteem.

Answer #4

It seems she is very self confident a bit like me! we dont always do it for attention as you say. you really need to know exactly why she is so self confident, do people tell her she is ugly? or is she bullied? you can try to make her feel better about herself by simply complimenting her and try giving her a new hairstyle or put makeup on her so she feels much more confident and pretty. perhaps she just needs a hug and lots of support, having a friend like this can be difficult as I have one, but you need to keep her happy and make sure she knows how you feel and want to help. you could also suggest she goes to a club that builds up confidence, give anything a go, it is worth it believe me. good luck all the best and I hope this helps! Kim xxx

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