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#RI-6a6b0b86·7 months ago·
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Chasing unrealistic beauty standards

Spent years trying to achieve unattainable physique, lost confidence and desire to socialize

What I wish I knew
"Beauty standards are unrealistic and unattainable"
If I could tell you one thing
"Focus on inner qualities and self-acceptance"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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