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I’ve struggled with body image and self-worth for a long time. I’ve spent years trying to feel comfortable in my own body, trying to feel feminine, attractive, and enough. Some days I manage, other days I feel like I’m carrying every insecurity I’ve ever had.

I was in a relationship for 1.5 years. I genuinely cared for him and believed we were building something real. Things reached the stage where parents got involved and it started becoming serious.

Then he told me he wasn’t attracted to me and that he should have been honest sooner.

That sentence broke something in me.

It wasn’t just the rejection. It was the time, the hope, the trust, and feeling like someone stayed while secretly feeling that way. It brought back every fear I’ve ever had about my looks and worth.

Since then I’ve felt ashamed, confused, deeply hurt, and like I’ve gone backwards in healing.

How do you recover from something like this? How do you stop one person’s words from becoming your inner voice? Does it ever get easier to feel okay in your own skin again?

I have severe KP on my arms I know glycolic acid lactic and urea based cream help

But can someone tell me what worked for them? Which brand etc the frequency of usage

Hi :) I’m a 33-year-old woman based in Bangalore, hoping to meet a kind, emotionally mature man who is looking for something real — the kind of connection that starts with intention, grows with care, and leads to marriage.

I’m at a stage in life where I value depth over drama, consistency over confusion, and companionship that feels warm, safe, and effortless. I’d love a relationship where we are lovers, best friends, teammates, and each other’s soft place to land.

A little about me:

Educated, independent, and doing well professionally

Warm, thoughtful, affectionate, and emotionally aware

Liberal in outlook and believe in mutual respect

Love reading, movies, travel, long conversations, and laughter

Enjoy holidays, discovering new places, and creating memories

Ambitious, but equally value tenderness and quality time

Calm by nature, loyal in love, and appreciate genuine people

What I’m hoping to find:

32–40, educated, stable, and doing well in life

Kind-hearted, emotionally mature, and secure in himself

Looking to date to marry and build a real partnership

Believes relationships are about teamwork, effort, and care

Communicates openly and values consistency

Enjoys travel, little adventures, cozy nights, movies, and shared experiences

Someone I can admire, laugh with, grow with, and come home to

The life I imagine together:

A peaceful, loving home filled with warmth and laughter

Supporting each other’s goals while building shared dreams

Taking trips together, from weekend getaways to bigger adventures

Being each other’s safe space through life’s ups and downs

I don’t have a pet yet, but I’d absolutely love to become a dog parent with my partner one day

What likely won’t work:

Casual dating or unclear intentions

Hot-cold behavior / poor communication

Emotional unavailability

Rigid or disrespectful mindset

Not ready for commitment

I’m not looking for perfect. Just someone genuine, emotionally steady, loving, and ready to build something beautiful together.

If this resonates, send me a message and tell me a little about yourself :)