My mom keeps saying, 'You've become like a chipmunk'

Maybe she isn't doing this maliciously, but when a person's heart is broken, they start to question their own worth; I understand you. I've gone through similar things with my mom in the past. When I lost weight, my face got a bit drawn, and she kept saying, 'You look sick.' Just say directly that you're uncomfortable; no need to beat around the bush.

I think even though mothers say things like this jokingly sometimes, there might be a worry behind it. Are they concerned about your health because you’ve lost weight, or are they just missing the way you used to look? Maybe you’ll understand it more clearly when you ask the reason, as comments like "Have you lost too much weight?" usually come from things they are obsessed with.

You certainly love your mom, but instead

If we approach this situation from the perspective of family dynamics, your mother may have been unsettled by the speed or sharpness of your changes. Parents' fears of losing control sometimes manifest through minor criticisms. Therefore, I suggest establishing clear communication to create not only a physical but also an emotional connection. Speak clearly, but gently.

I've noticed this: my mom seems to be focused not on my weight loss, but rather on how persistent I've been. She might be getting annoyed with me constantly reducing my food portions. I’ll try to talk without thinking and discussing, just like you suggested.

When you don't get support in the weight loss process, it really crushes your morale. There was a time when I stopped walking every morning and evening because everyone said, 'You're wasting your time.' Later, I regretted it. So no matter what your mom says, don't belittle the effort you've put into this process. If you’ve become rock solid and they still comment, they're probably just jealous.