I don't even know where to begin. I joined this group yesterday and I've been browsing over several topics (I'm sick at home). I see SO MANY people posting about negative comments from their supposed "loved ones." This CAN'T be healthy, and believe it or not, it's very much a form of emotional abuse. I'm not undermining any relationships here, but my girlfriend would NEVER say anything so negative to me. I've expressed my unhappiness with my extra fat, and her reply is always, "I love you and your body." I'm just in shock over what some people put themselves through. I don't believe relationships should revolve around body image! Society has brainwashed people into thinking that size 0-2 is NORMAL. Well, ladies, it's NOT normal. I'm not saying you shouldn't be healthy--you certainly should! What I'm saying is you shouldn't have someone who should be there supporting you, bring you down when you're trying to do something for YOURSELF. I just found it to be really sad. Please surround yourself with positive influences and support.
Just my 2 cents,
Tara