I Hate My Body

This is one of the rare moments that I will talk openly about my insecurities. We probably heard a lot of people who've said they hate their body or they are unhappy with how they look. You are probably one of them too. Like you and the others, I dislike my body as well. Uneven skintone, dark underarms, my thighs rubbing with each other when I walk, blackheads on my nose, occassional pimples on my face, back, and even on my butt, stretch marks on my thighs due to weight gain... I can go on forever about the things I hate about my body. I feel ugly. I feel unattractive. Why do some people have it all but I can't? I know I am a smart woman but do people even bother about that? You wouldn't know I am smart if you haven't talked to me but why would you even talk to someone who doesn't look like a model nor a beauty queen. I feel embarassed everytime I shop for clothes because I will always have to buy large and printed ones so my lovehandles and muffin top will be hidden. People have told me I am not fat, that I have the right curves at the right places. This kind of compliment usually boost my self-confidence but when I face the mirror again, I feel disgusted. I want a perfect body, is that too much to ask? What is even the meaning of perfect body, anyway? Is it about having no flaws or is it having flaws but learning how to accept them? How about you, what is your idea of perfection?

Adam0101010101

That's a very good question. what is a perfect body anyways? I would say the perfect body will be that one which has the best health and functions properly. The best body which is most attractive would vary greatly from person to person. The standard definition of perfection I guess would be what you see on media today. Women who are paid to be on television because they are very physically fit and people generally are attracted to that and want to emulate that image. I'd suggest a proper diet and physical activity, sounds like the same old rhetoric but a gym membership has helped me keep the pounds off. however I do believe the compliments you receive from your friends are sincere and that you are not ugly as you say you are. I have pretty bad anxiety and I know how it is to put all the blame and all the negativity on oneself. that inner turmoil is just the worst