Visited a very close friend recently whom I hadn’t seen in about 12 months. She has always had weight problems but when I say her today I couldn’t believe how much weight she had put on. She must be close to 440 pounds. She hasn’t got a very good support network and I’m probably the closest person to her.
Her weight is clearly affecting her ability to walk properly and I am very concerned for her health and wellbeing. I suggested we go for a walk next week but honestly, I feel she may need medical intervention of some sorts, whether it is a referral to a weight loss specialist or a strict diet plan.
I want to have a conversation with her next time I see her and be able to offer some constructive and supportive advice/suggestions. However I’m not sure what would be the best thing to say.
Any suggestions about what would be the best thing she could hear from me right now would be appreciated. I don’t want to upset her (she is sensitive) but I want to help her, even if it’s just going to doctors appointments with her or grocery shopping.
Edit: I realise some people might perceive me saying something to my friend as being nosey and judgemental, which I accept. I guess I was wondering whether anyone who has struggled with their weight would have appreciated a good friend reaching out, and if so what they might have liked to hear to help start the weight loss process for them
Edit: my friend is candid about her need to lose weight and admitted today “I know I need to lose weight” but she doesn’t seem to have any strategies in place. She knows full well she has a problem. She lacks the motivation and support to make any lasting change it seems.
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