This is very well said and a great observation, Desiree. It is unfortunately why and how people get into low self esteem and lack of confidence through social media use. Thanks for this great piece. - E. Clark Armstrong - Medium

Mariah was beautiful in person, but at the end of the day, she was a regular person like anyone else. I was not comparing myself with the person I had in front of me; I was comparing myself with someone heavily edited with the correct lighting and pose.

I Met a Fitness Influencer in Person, and My Self-Esteem Improved Immediately

Desiree Peralta

E. Clark Armstrong

Feb 13, 2024

This is very well said and a great observation, Desiree. It is unfortunately why and how people get into low self esteem and lack of confidence through social media use. Thanks for this great piece.

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