Even comparing your current “before” body to your body ten years ago (which may have then also been your “before” body!) doesn’t often induce feelings of joy. Have you ever looked back at a photo or video of yourself from your past and wished you still looked like that? Do you remember how at the time you didn’t feel great about yourself either? You may have disliked your body then, yet you’re convinced that if you had that body now you’d be thrilled! And then you’re filled with regret, wishing you had just loved yourself back then when you really deserved it compared to the “before” body
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