Filters look harmless; cute, fun, creative.
But the real effects show up when you notice how differently you start to see yourself after using them.
It’s not just your selfies that change, it’s your confidence.
If you missed last week’s post on the Causes of Snapchat Dysmorphia, you can read here.
And if you haven’t seen the first post explaining What Snapchat Dysmorphia is, here’s the link.
Today we’re diving into the emotional and psychological side of things.
Food for Thought
When was the last time you looked at your natural face… truly looked…without trying to “fix” anything?
Next week, we’ll talk about how to fix this… healthier habits, mindset shifts, and ways to rebuild confidence in your real, unfiltered self.
There was a time when taking a selfie felt simple. No pressure, no retakes, no softening tools. Just you and your camera.But slowly, filters slipped in. Smooth skin here. Brighter eyes there. A little glow, a little symmetry…and now the edited you starts to feel like the “real you.” This
🌿 Before You Begin Take a quiet moment for yourself…breathe, pause, and be present.This isn’t a test; it’s a soft reflection on how you see yourself and the world around you.There are no right or wrong answers, only awareness.As you respond, do so with honesty and kindness toward yourself.Remember, growth
A Brief Recap Over the past three weeks, we’ve explored the many faces of perfectionism, what it is, how it shapes our lives, and the difference between its light and dark sides. We defined perfectionism as a set of self-defeating thought patterns that drive us toward unrealistic or unattainable goals.