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Originally Posted by rainbow8
Thanks, Cvon and Skee.
Cvon: My T used to tell me that I hated myself. I always denied it. I know I don't hate myself, but I realize that I'm very self-critical. I just lost a lot of weight and look better, but I don't feel better about myself.
I struggle in social situations and feel rejected easily when people ignore me. I have friends, but in crowds I just sort of feel invisible. I seem to be the one left out a lot.
I have a husband and family so I know I'm loved, but I just don't feel that I love myself.
Skee: I compare myself to others a lot. I know I have my strengths and weaknesses and no one is perfect, but I always seem to need validation from others that I am okay. I don't know how to validate myself. Example: I like to write. If I know something I write is good, that's not enough. I want others to praise me, or I feel like it doesn't count. Likewise, I want others to compliment me on my weight loss.
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Congratulations on the weight loss, if only I could follow in your footsteps to achieve that one!
You're blessed Rainbow... To have people in your life who love you is a wonderful thing. On the good days I can sometimes see the good in myself and others if I work hard at it, on the bad days I not so much.
I struggle with all of those things you've mentioned, and while I must admit that I had given up, I am proud of myself for at least trying lately, getting back up if you will.
Self-acceptance...I dont know...I wish there was an easier way of achieving that but it seems a difficult task for me....being comfortable in your own skin warts and all...I get it but it is something that alludes me...
TJ
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Smooches! Hope you have a Beautiful, Blessed Day!
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