Okay, I'm trying to figure out how to word this in a way that's not harsh and insensitive because I really want to help you out. I really want you to finish reading this and have gained something.
My thoughts on your boyfriend: Although he may come off as being superficial and shallow; he's simply being realistic. Attraction is a necessary factor for a healthy, functioning relationship. It's important for a man to be attracted to his woman because it makes his woman feel confident, self-assured, and it keeps his eyes from wandering. It's instinctive for men to check out other females, even when their girl is gorgeous and in shape. It's like a crack addict trying not to even peek let alone sniff at a nice, fluffy pile of cocaine. So, if his girl isn't the same girl he was attracted to, the chances that he'll be checking out other girls *which may lead to an emotional or romantic interest* increase. No girlfriend wants that. So while your boyfriend may come off as a bit shallow, you really need to understand that and take that into consideration. He obviously cares for you, but he seems to be being 100% real and totally genuine with himself about not being as attracted to your new body which is why he gently pushed you to lose some weight. Personally, I feel like a man should stick by his woman no matter how much weight she has gained. Which appears to be what he is doing, but I think a man should still accept his woman despite her weight gain. Unfortunately, some men haven't ascended to that level of depth and maturity in order to sincerely do that. Doesn't make them bad guys or bad boyfriend; just means they could use some more depth.
Now, about your actual weight: do you want to lose the weight? I really don't mean to be mean at all, but excess weight can make a female look sloppy and careless about her body, especially if she was once in shape. It can make it look like she's 'let herself go'. A woman gaining weight isn't just unattractive physically, but mentally as well because she's more likely to have irrational jealousy and insecurities. But if you like your shape, then keep it the way it is.
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Honestly, it would probably be a good idea for you to at least learn to like exercising and eating a little healthier. Not liking healthy food makes you sound really immature and like a child. It's best to develop good habits as early as possible. It seems like he has good intentions. If it would really make a big difference in his attraction to you, I'd definitely think about trying to be healthier. You'll look better, feel better, everyone will win. It's not that hard to do and it sounds like it would really make your boyfriend more attracted to you. If he's commenting that often, it probably really bothers him and he's just trying to be as nice as possible about it.
You do what we adult men do when we realize, "God, I've gotten fat!"
You realize, "This is bad. But this is not permanent. I'm going to fix this, and achieve a far better look."
Also realize--yes, a huge reason for him wanting you to get in shape is so you'll be hotter. Weight is a big issue for the vast majority of guys. Depending on the girl, as little as 20 pounds burned and good clothing can make a girl go from "she's alright" to "WOW."
It's like this--if guys could grow taller or shorter based on exercise, how many women would want men to be 5 feet tall? How many women would want their man to exercise and hit 6 feet tall? Your weight might be killing his attraction for you, and if he's in decent shape, he knows he can get a better looking girl, and believe me, he thinks about it whenever he sees guys about his level with hot, slim girls. It's cruel, but it's like how women would leave a man who only worked a minimum wage job and played videogames.
I think there's nothing wrong with losing weight. Do it together and make it a bonding experience.
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okay so his fat ass is hiding burger king wrappers under the bed and he's telling YOU to lose weight and teling you looked hotter when you were thin? he has a lot of nerve. he needs a reality check. he has no problem telling you what you "need" to do, I say you need to remind him what he looks like. he sounds jerkish. men should know not to talk about a woman's looks unless it is a compliment, especially when they have big bellies themselves.
if my boyfriend said that to me, I'd just be like "look at you now.. I don't think you should be talking"Nicely tell him to lift more weights so he can be more muscular
do the same thing back to him and see how he likes itAsk them if they can help you to lose the weight, instead of hist telling you to do it ask them if they are willing to lose weight with you!
Maybe you guys aren't as compatible as you thought.
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