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Delia Cai Addresses Body Image Struggles in Advice Column

1/22/2025

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Delia Cai steps in for Prudie in Slate's advice column, offering heartfelt guidance to a reader grappling with the emotional fallout of a severe illness and weight loss. She encourages the reader to confront those who make hurtful remarks and to seek solace among supportive friends, highlighting the painful reality of society's superficial views on body image.

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Story summary

Delia Cai steps in for Prudie in Slate's advice column, offering heartfelt guidance to a reader grappling with the emotional fallout of a severe illness and weight loss. She encourages the reader to confront those who make hurtful remarks and to seek solace among supportive friends, highlighting the painful reality of society's superficial views on body image.