Is it normal to dislike most things about myself.

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I was mentally and physically abused by my father for years, but now he is out of my life it seems like I'm the one doing the damage. I'm constantly picking at every part of my body. I have thrown away most of my clothes and now I only wear scrubs (I work for a doctor), baggy shirts, and sweats. I don't like myself and feel like when I'm in public people are thinking i'm repulsive. Is this normal? What will stop this? I'm ruining my life.

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Based on 31 votes (27 yes)
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  • dappled
    12 years ago

    No matter how badly you feel about yourself, other people have a surprising capacity to see the good in you.

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  • OhmyGod!
    12 years ago

    Dear! Just see the world loves ur sweet nature. Do overcome of PAST. U r so great n u r in normal situation.

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  • [Old Memory]
    12 years ago

    Don't worry. I do the same exact thing (minus the abusing part).

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  • Chillpill
    12 years ago

    Have you ever spoken to someone about these experiences? If not, you may find it therapeutic to do so. It sounds like you need to rebuild your self-esteem and start liking yourself again.
    Do more things that make you feel good. There must be something you enjoy. Whether it's some kind of exercise, taking a bath, listening to music, going for long walks in nature, playing with a pet, whatever it is you enjoy, do more of it.
    And how about a make-over? Changing your hairstyle could be a way of marking that you're ready for a new phase of your life.

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