Body Image...

[Cadaverous Pallor]

It wasn't too long ago that Hobbits were hot - I'm sure you can still work that angle.

I think we LoT women do a pretty good job of not being catty with each other...this is definitely the largest group of women that I've ever counted as actual friends.

Interesting how Pru brings up competition regarding our other attributes. To me, this can be every bit as destructive. I've always had issues regarding how "good" I am, judging how diligent I am in all sorts of areas, from keeping the house clean to making good use of my spare time to getting to bed on time. I'm actually quite a lazy person (by my own estimation) and all the overthinking just gives me issues.

Originally Posted by tracilicious

I'm eating super healthy lately and exercising more, but it feels now like an act of self care rather than self violence.

I love this observation. In recent times I've been able to classify self-improvement in a much more positive light and that's what makes the difference. Not "I suck and I need to fix me", but "I care about myself enough to be the best I can be."