Well, it would be mean if you were pointing out a flaw in someone purely for the sake of making them feel bad, yeah. Criticism is sometimes necessary though, and certainly justified if they are opening themselves up to it.

I meant criticism is not always necessary

Yeah that's what I mean, you shouldn't criticize someone for no reason but if they ask you for your honest opinion it's okay to give it to them.

Lol That's so sweet

Be kind and be honest, you mean

@Alex1610: Yes

There is, actually. But you made a valid point

Gently honest lol

I agree all the way

It won't if she accepts it

Good point!

Be nice yet be honest

@Alex1610: sure

Lmao very true

She doesn't have a problem with her weight, she just wants to ask for a validation

I think so too

@Alex1610: I would be hurt if no one told me

@AnukBinary: Don't worry, I'll be honest...hardcore

This question didn't state that gaining weight is the same as getting fat.

What I meant is, just because she gained weight it doesn't mean she got fat. Much like just because someone lost weight doesn't make them thin/slim.

If someone has gained weight but isn't fat (even if we were to use a limited scale such as BMI) then you should have no problem in being honest. If someone has gained sufficient weight to be considered fat (once again by BMI standards) then I still would think it would be better to be honest but obviously be a bit more diplomatic about it as there may even have been due to medical reasons.

I meant the question gave enough info to clarify that it didn't prove gaining weight is related to getting fat.

You made a valid point

LOL

It's not even a joke. Self-realization is the most effective. And I don't have to answer awkward questions.

@Mordimoux: It's not? Oh, my apology

Well said

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Yep!

Lol Me too

Aww

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Me too!

LMao!!!!

Why?

I ain't either

Gain nicely 😂

That's great! You encouraged him