How did I get there? I thought being skinny would make me more lovable. I thought my peers would respect me more, and my parents would finally love me. However, the opposite happened. The more weight I lost, the more alienated I became from my few friends and family.
And instead of loving myself more for achieving my goals, deep down, I hated myself.
Today, I am strong in body, mind, and spirit. I enjoy a harmonious relationship with the women of my dreams and deep friendships and participate in crazy running adventures. My self-belief is strong, and instead of letting my fears control me, I am in control of my life. The pictures below were taken in 2021 and 2022.