My image.....

[GabirelThorogood]

I'm not sure if this is the correct part of this forum to post but here it goes anyway....

For probably about 2 to 3 years now i've developed a general dislike for my appearance. I look around at the other guys in my school and people around my age and I see most have better bodies, better hair and look better than me in general. I know this sounds stupid but after a while I feel a horrible jealousy. Unlike them I have barely any muscle which looks awful so anything that i wear thats above size small makes me look like a skeleton (well thats what I think). This is getting me down so much and when I come to think of it, it probably is something stupid.

Its also combining with exam stress which just makes me feel worse about myself because I suffer from low self esteem.

I need advice, I just want to feel better about my body or at least try and make my body better :what:

[Croconaw]

I'm just like you. I also am not very fond of my appearance. My self esteem is somewhat low, too. It doesn't matter what other people think. Personally, I'm sure those so called 'muscular' guys are complete douchebags. I don't know what you look like, but I'm sure you're fine. ^-^

[Danny Phantom]

I'm not sure if this is the correct part of this forum to post but here it goes anyway....

For probably about 2 to 3 years now i've developed a general dislike for my appearance. I look around at the other guys in my school and people around my age and I see most have better bodies, better hair and look better than me in general. I know this sounds stupid but after a while I feel a horrible jealousy. Unlike them I have barely any muscle which looks awful so anything that i wear thats above size small makes me look like a skeleton (well thats what I think). This is getting me down so much and when I come to think of it, it probably is something stupid.

Its also combining with exam stress which just makes me feel worse about myself because I suffer from low self esteem.

I need advice, I just want to feel better about my body or at least try and make my body better :what:


I'm going through the same thing. All my friends are athletes and bulk and fit, and I'm not fat or overweight, but my stomach is kind of big, and I hate it. I'm working to lose weight but quitting smoking, eating better and exercise. The last two are key and essential for weight loss. When you lose some weight, you'll feel better about your appearance, trust me.

It is normal human behavior to see ourselves as less of what we are. You can see that in most people, they see themselves as less of what they truly are. This is why I see self-perception negatively, it leads us to feel bad about ourselves.

[Cece14]

I use to feel the same way, but.... Now, it dosnt really matter what you look like... Its all about your personality that makes you and out, not your looks.... You should be confident no matter, even if your wearing a garbage bag. You shouldnt care what you look like.... Its not all about looks.....

[PinkFloyd]

If you don't like your muscle tone, there are always ways to fix that. I mean if you buy some protein shakes and lift weights, then you'll start building muscle. I personally don't think you should feel obligated to do that though. I'm sure you're fine the way you are and it's your low self asteem that's tricking you.

[Magnus Bane]

dont worry i feel that way sometimes and my friends are always there for me. they dont care what i look like and that makes me feel better because if your "friends" dont like the way you look then they are not your real friends.

[Hundred Spirited God]

its just like what cece said,and if you want to build muscle,bodybuilders.com is good site :D

[BookSmart]

I've had low self esteem for a few years too, but I try not to let it bring me down. I try to think about things about myself, and you should too. Is there anything about yourself that you like or are proud of? Also, I try to act confident. One of the best things a person can have is confidence. I;m not saying it's easy to be confident in yourself, because it's not. Just try to smile, look up instead of down at your feet when you walk, those are good starts.

I don't know if this'll make you feel better, but I don't go for super muscular guys. Also, I feel a bit awkward when a guy has better hair then I do :). Just try to be yourself and accept yourself. I promise even if you only gain a little confidence, you'll feel a lot better.

I hope this helps! I know how hard it can be to accept yourself, I'm still trying to accept myself. If you ever need to talk, feel free to chat with me and I'll listen!

[fast8]

I never care what anyone thinks of mr so i don't compare myself with them be proud of who u are just be urself