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Story #279

  • Body Image

    Even though I have tried to stop preferences and ads for weight loss or fitness motivation, these posts consistently appear on my Instagram reels and on the discover page, as well as heavily filtered/edited pictures and videos. It’s harmful because as someone who has had an eating disorder, it brings back painful memories and thoughts.