Culture

Our 5 Most Common Insecurities And How To Handle Them

From the time I can remember, numerous insecurities about my physical appearance, temperament, and abilities have plagued my mind, stubbornly following me from season to season. And I’m not alone; having these insecurities is seemingly inescapable in our existence as women.

By Mia C. Gonzalez3 min read
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Our culture’s attitude towards women can feel unforgiving and exclusive, from glorifying unachievable body standards to instilling a reliance on makeup to look acceptable from the time we’re in middle school. It’s no wonder that many of us women are haunted by some of the same insecurities for years. So what can we do about this?