Rec | SEEING YOURSELF THROUGH OTHER PEOPLE’S EYES

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seeing yourself through other people’s eyes

Have been having a tough time with self worth lately, but my boss sent me a photo she took of me yesterday and i was like oh yea i am loveable, duh 🥲

@sillygirltypebeat

Sep 20, 2024

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