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Originally Posted by Semlor
I have had issues with body image since I was about 9 years old. Although I have never become anorexic or bulimic, I have very strong opinions on what I should look like. All my life I have been around 10 pounds overweight, and got bullied for it in elementary school. My parents constantly tell me that I need to lose weight. But recently, I have been challenging these thoughts. I exercise often and feel that I should move on and "live" life instead of feeling sorry for myself. But, the other side of me still feels ugly and agrees with those that tell me that I am too fat. I have episodes of depression often and usually battle it with my humour and "feistiness".
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I'm really sorry that you were bullied or teased. A lot of people are just like that. It probably comes from insecurities. Or maybe just meanness

Your battle with depression is commendable and admirable. Consider yourself commended and admired

You mention you have strong opinions on what you should look like. Can you explain that?