what you're saying really strikes a chord with me. at 19, i was looking in mirrors constantly too, worrying if I were attractive. I was thinking today actually, about how bad my self esteem really is, and I didn't even know it. I wondered how many things in my life were affected, what decisions would I have made with more insight? If I had known to work on my self esteem, would I be in the pathetic position that I am now? and so on...
I think its really important that you grab an audio online or from the library and work on confidence and self esteem.
Every time you look in the mirror, think or say something nice about yourself (DO IT!) if you catch yourself picking on your flaws, point out something awesome about you, even if its not physical, and the moment it makes you feel happy, walk away smiling. <-- im taking that advice myself... THANK YOU!
When you come up against emotional situations in your life, ask yourself the 10 year question (will this really matter to me in 10 years???)
and heck, if you like emo and wanna dress that way, your friends arent really friends if they dont like you anymore. be solid enough to let them tease you and think you still rock!
Your screen name here is a good sign! Wanting to improve yourself at a young age.... another good sign. Best of luck to you!!!
Trisha
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