Thankful for for the kindness of a stranger via /r/gratitude

I attended a coworker’s wedding, even though I’ve been struggling with tremendous weight gain and extremely low self-esteem. Lately, I haven’t felt comfortable in my skin; even making eye contact feels difficult and very uncomfortable; and with few clothes that fit, I wasn’t excited about going. But I had given my word.
Seated at my table, knowing no one but the bride, I felt even more out of place. Then, an older woman struck up a conversation with me. She kept telling me how beautiful I was inside and out and even complimented my dress. It truly felt like the universe sent her to me, because in that moment, I needed to hear it more than I can explain.