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Hi there! My name is Rachel and I'm a 40-year-old woman who's been struggling with body image issues for most of my life. Growing up, I was always the smallest kid in my class, and as a result, I developed low self-esteem and a fear of being seen by others. As I got older, this fear only intensified, especially when it came to dressing myself.

I've tried everything from hiding behind baggy clothes to wearing layers of makeup to conceal my features, but nothing seems to make me feel confident or comfortable in my own skin. That's why today, I'm at the fitting room in a department store, trying on different outfits in hopes of finding something that will help me finally overcome these insecurities.

It's funny how we often look for validation from others when what we really need is to learn how to love ourselves first. I hope one day I can find peace within my own body and be able to walk into a room without feeling like everyone's staring at me. Maybe today will be the start of something new for me – who knows?