aimeeg Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Alright, so I have a wonderful boyfriend who does everything for me, I have a good family, good friends, I have a car, I have good grades, I graduate from high school in two weeks, yet I always am unhappy for some reason. I always try to be happy and enjoy things, but I just can't. For example, prom was last night and I couldn't even fully enjoy it because something is just wrong with me... I don't know what it is or how I can fix it. I do have a lot of self image problems. I am self conscious and I don't like my body and I don't really love myself. How can I fix this? I want to see a therapist and see if that will help.. Please give advice if you have any! Link to post Share on other sites
tman666 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 It could be "just a phase" or it could be signs of a greater problem such as you being chronically depressed due to chemical imbalances. The latter is something that you need to be diagnosed with by a doctor or psychiatrist. While I personally would use drugs as a last resort, it might be something you look into. Also realize that the times around graduating high school, college, or any other life changing event can cause feelings of hopelessness due to the uncertainty ahead. It's just part of life. As far as your body image issues go: nobody is perfect. Comparing yourself, consciously or subconsciously, to the people in magazines, on TV, and other media outlets is a bad idea. Everyone on this planet has imperfections. Be thankful that you are healthy and capable of improving. Personally, I like to occasionally remind myself of the things that I am good at. At the same time, it's good and healthy to acknowledge and accept that there will always be someone out there better than me at certain things. Go to the gym and work hard. Learn about the basics of nutrition so you don't get suckered into every new fad diet that comes along every two weeks. Link to post Share on other sites
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