Battling Self-Esteem

I have always been known to be too hard on myself, in every aspect of my life. If I bombed a test, I would beat myself up about it.  If I embarrassed myself, I would harp on it for hours and not think of the humor in the situation. This greatly affected me when I was a heavier version of me.  I would eat and eat and just feel crappy about myself.  I would eat everything that I knew I shouldn't because I felt horribly about myself and I had no self- esteem. I would look at myself in the mirror and say, "Who really cares, I'm fat, and ugly, so what is the point?" This was a feeling that is far too familiar. Having low self-esteem can really damage a person.  When we should be thinking about all of the positive things we have to offer, we think about how awful we are. We look at our reflection and nitpick every minor detail.  Oh I can't stand my pant size, oh my skin is breaking out, my arms and legs are bulging out.  I dealt with this struggle every day for a long time. I couldn't stand the sight of me let alone had any positive feelings about myself.  I had no love in my heart for me and that was a huge issue.

 Even if we are struggling with weight or any body issues, we should never lose the love we have for ourselves. This can be hard sometimes but we have to remember all of the good we have to offer. When you are on your weight loss journey, never give up.  You are on your journey to become a better version of yourself. When you don't see results right away, do not get discouraged.  You are on your journey to self love and appreciation. That is the most important thing. I spent too much time hating myself.  Sometimes I even do it now after losing 75 pounds.  The struggle is a real thing.  Body shaming is a harsh reality.  But do not lose sight of how amazing you are.  See yourself how others would view you.  Others don't see all the negative things that you do.  They see how funny you are, or how pretty your eyes are or how fun you are to hang out with.  You are a beautiful person.  Don't lose sight of that.  Keep your head up.
Stay strong and love you for you.  Don't give up and keep working hard. Nobody is perfect. We all have flaws. It's all about embracing them.

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