Insecure about my body

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I hate my body. When I look at myself I'm filled with disappointment and disgust. Everybody says all that matters is what's inside but I'm often made to feel bad about my body by the people around me. My family has told me to lose weight and use numerous beauty products. So have my friends. There's more to me than my face. I'm a really good and hardworking artist but nobody appreciates my work. I've thought about indulging in self harm numerous times. I'm just tired of being trapped in a body that garners bad comments all the time

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2 Answers
Lovelife
Hello, I'm sorry to hear that people around you have been demoralizing and body shaming you so much. It is true that what's inside is all that matters, you're just around the wrong people. Unfortunately you can't change your family, but you can surely get more supportive friends. Instead of hating yourself due to comments by some outsiders, hang out with people who accept you the way you are.
kindHyena6
Hey, First of all, please do not self harm. A momentary lapse can change your entire life and you wouldn't want it. Secondly, look the way you want to. If all your body image issues are stemming from the opinions of other people, then do not change yourself. I'm glad to hear you talk about your art, it shows how your capable of creating true beauty and possess it within you. Don't be deterred by such mean comments. You're beautiful the way you are.