simplegirl
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- Apr 8, 2007
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I know I'm not alone, so hopefully others can chime in and give me a bit of help. I'm having a personal issue with body image after several abdominal surgeries. Because of health issues, I've been sliced and diced and I have to say, it ain't pretty. Part of me is just really glad to be alive. The latest surgery is still pretty fresh, so I know I've got some adapting to do....but still.
I have to say, my husband doesn't care about my scars. He's thrilled I'm alive. So he's definitely not making me feel unappealing. He still finds me beautiful as ever.
I'm hoping to get to the point where I can view them as a badge of honor for having survived everything, but right at this moment, it's pretty hard to feel sexy. I could have plastic surgery to improve them, but frankly, if I never have surgery again in my lifetime it will be too soon.
Maybe I just need time. Anyone got any pointers on self-acceptance?
I have to say, my husband doesn't care about my scars. He's thrilled I'm alive. So he's definitely not making me feel unappealing. He still finds me beautiful as ever.
I'm hoping to get to the point where I can view them as a badge of honor for having survived everything, but right at this moment, it's pretty hard to feel sexy. I could have plastic surgery to improve them, but frankly, if I never have surgery again in my lifetime it will be too soon.
Maybe I just need time. Anyone got any pointers on self-acceptance?