Asking Eric: I’m avoiding seeing a good friend because I’ve gained so much weight
Dear Eric: I’ve been friends with “Steven” for 40 years. We’ve dabbled in romance a few times when we were both single, but we always return to the platonic comfort zone. We live in separate states and haven’t seen each other for 15 years. We talk on the phone about once a month, and I’m satisfied with that.
Asking Eric: Friend avoiding long-time friend after weight gain
Dear Eric: I’ve been friends with “Steven” for 40 years. We’ve dabbled in romance a few times when we were both single, but we always return to the platonic comfort zone. We live in separate states and haven’t seen each other for 15 years.
Asking Eric: I’m too embarrassed to see old friend after gaining 100 pounds
In fact, I am now 100 pounds more than when Steven saw me 15 years ago and I’m ashamed for him to see me this way. I’ve mentioned in conversation that I’ve gained a lot of weight and that I walk with a limp,
Asking Eric: I weigh 100 pounds more than when he saw me 15 years ago and I’m ashamed to reconnect
What can I say to make him understand I really don’t want him to see me without insulting him or destroying our friendship?
Asking Eric: Last time I saw my friend I was 100 lbs lighter. I’m ashamed for him to see me this way
I take meds that cause weight gain. In fact, I am now 100 pounds more than when Steven saw me 15 years ago and I’m ashamed for him to see me I’ve mentioned in conversation that I’ve gained a lot of weight and that I walk with a limp,
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Asking Eric: My old friend keeps pushing for a reunion I don’t want
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