DEAR HARRIETTE: My friend has always made comments about my weight, saying that I’m too skinny and that I should eat more.

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At first, I tried to laugh it off or change the subject, but over time, it started to really bother me. I have felt self-conscious and frustrated, and I didn’t know how to tell her how hurtful her remarks were.

Recently, I finally snapped and told her she should eat less, thinking it would make her understand how it feels to have someone criticize your body. Now she’s really mad at me, and I feel guilty for what I said, even though I also feel like she has crossed a line by constantly commenting on my appearance.

I don’t want to lose our friendship, but I also don’t want to continue tolerating hurtful behavior. I’ve tried explaining why her comment

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