How do you tell when your attractive
Growing up I wasn’t an ugly kid but I was bullied for my appearance. I think growing up with that and a family that believed giving too many compliments would lead to a big ego. I didn’t have much confidence in my appearance. Honestly, until I was 17 I’d said I thought I was pretty ugly. And if I did have a gf during that time, under 17, I thought they’d leave me to be with a better, more attractive guy. Even when I used to get compliments they’d be from my friends and I’d think they’re just being nice and a good friend. But ever since I’ve turned 18 I’ve changed my mindset and view on myself, but going my whole life thinking I’m unattractive and anything I’ve gotten was just petty has really messed me up too where I’m still not sure if I’m attractive. I’ve heard all the compliments by now “If I looked like you I’d have ten girlfriends” “If I were younger id be your wife( from older women)” but in my day-to-day, I get no attention from anyone those compliments are rare, few and far between and I'm a firm believer that confidence with no proof is a lie (ex: if someone has confidence they can drive a car but never been behind a wheel) so why would I have any confidence I could do things without doing so in the past. This was really just a mindless rant while I made something to eat. Sorry if it's off topic at times.