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Mrs. Spring
Master April 2021

Am i asking for too much? (trigger warning)

Mrs. Spring, on February 8, 2021 at 1:28 PM

Posted in Family and Relationships 36

I've struggled with Body Dysmorphia Disorder since I was 13. I cannot remember not being on a diet. I've lost 15lbs since covid (went from US dress size 4/6 to 2/4) and I want to lose more weight but I don't want to spend the $$$ on new clothes. We are eloping out of town but my FH wants to host a...
I've struggled with Body Dysmorphia Disorder since I was 13. I cannot remember not being on a diet. I've lost 15lbs since covid (went from US dress size 4/6 to 2/4) and I want to lose more weight but I don't want to spend the $$$ on new clothes.



We are eloping out of town but my FH wants to host a Cake & Punch casual reception at his parents' this summer with only immediate family. I have a huge fear of being in photos and I especially dislike social gatherings with ppl idk. I don't want his brothers to invite any dates/girlfriends.
I've had issues in the past when they dated other girls with the constant comparison of how much prettier their girlfriends are than me simply because they have lighter skin and blue/green eyes. I have brown eyes and darker skin. I even secretly overheard one of his brothers tell my FH (2 years ago but it still hurts) that he should break up with me bc I'm ugly and I look like a gorilla. 😭😭😭😭 what hurt most is he said NOTHING about my personality being a reason to break up with me. And the physical things he critiqued me on (hair texture, skin color/eye color) I have NO control over. My FH became upset and told him not to ever say disrespectful things to him like that again and that he picks a partner based off personality and lifestyle (eating healthy, exercising). And that skin color and eye color had nothing to do with beauty and that he measured beauty by hygiene (bathing, taking care of teeth) and how well the person takes care of their body.
Do you think I'm demanding too much by requesting that his brothers' significant others aren't invited??!!


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  • Expert September 2021
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    This makes my heart hurt!

    While I feel for you and hate that you don't feel comfortable in your own skin, I think that's something you have to take care of within yourself, not project that onto other people. Unfortunately, you'll never escape "pretty" girls - work, social life, family's S.O etc., there will always be someone "prettier". - NOT that that's true, but there will always be a reason to feel that way.

    You need to speak to someone or figure out some ways to build your confidence to where you can be around any girl in the world and know your worth and feel beautiful inside and out!

    I hate that you've had comments made like that to you or you fiancé - but that just shows THEIR weaknesses, not yours.

    Figure out some ways to feel comfortable and confident in your own skin and you can take over the world babe! This is YOUR season of being a BRIDE! You should feel so beautiful and worthy and powerful. Get to that point and you won't care who's in the room - nothing will stop you!

    As for the party, I think you're going to have to bite the bullet and invite the girlfriends. You never know, these may be girls you end up loving! It isn't fair to punish the girls, they haven't done anything!

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  • mrswinteriscoming
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    These are two separate issues. If your FBILs have said something mean about you, it needs to be addressed right then and there and the FBIL put in his place and told that his behaviour is rude and will not be tolerated. From what you have said, your FH did speak to his brother(s) and from what I understand, nothing rude has been said about you in the last two years so I would assume the FBILs have come to understand that their behaviour was in poor taste.

    As to your FBIL bringing his significant other, you are asking too much for their significant others not to be invited. If your FBILs are still behaving poorly, then it doesn’t really matter whether their spouses/partners are with them at your cake and punch. Coming alone will not prevent them from comparing you to others and if they still are behaving that way, the solution is not to tell them not to bring their significant others but to address it with them or make a decision as to whether you will interact with them at all. If they have been composed and respectful toward you since the incident a few years ago then it is not very fair to punish them for something from years’ past considering that significant others come as part of a packaged deal.

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  • azylovespeaches
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    I've gotten negative body comments about me from others for being quote "too pale," "too dark," "too skinny," "too fat," "too ugly," "too pretty," "too short," "too tall" etc. You catch my drift. I struggled with EDs from ages 9-24, it didn't get better until I sought out help. I've recently lost a ton of weight and am in a healthier mindset due to continuing therapy and focusing on my mental health above else. I have beautiful sisters, I mean they're model worthy, the envy of many of their peers and look amazing for their age. I was constantly compared to them growing up and I felt like would never live up to their standards. My sisters weren't the problem, they weren't at fault for being attractive and being compared to an awkward pimply teen. The people saying ugly comments were wrong for doing so and so were my parents for not putting a stop to it sooner. Asking your guests to not bring their "more attractive" dates is in itself doing what was done to you. Maybe you didn't say anything negative to them or about them but holding them(the dates) accountable for comments they cannot control is wrong and mean. No one and I mean no one is responsible for who deems them attractive. We are all beautiful to some and ugly to others. Its how we view ourselves that matters.

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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Hi Morgan, thanks for giving your honest opinion while being constructive.
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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Hi MrsWinterIsComing,
    Thanks for sharing your opinion.
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  • Samantha
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    I'm very concerned about the 'gorilla' comment. As a person of color that term is used to dehumanize us and create superiority. This goes beyond physical attraction. On another note, know that you are more than your appearance, as are all the women you are compared to. It is unfair and frankly disgusting to all of you that these guys are comparing you to each other. Have you sought therapy for your ED?
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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Um thats not whats going on but Okay thanks for sharing your opinion. Too tired to argue and/or clarify.
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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Hi Samantha, the really sad thing about this is that my FH and his family are AFRICAN AMERICAN.


    We hear and see so much about racism, but nothing about COLORISM which is just as big of an issue.
    I did in the past when I would purge my food. But havent seen therapy in 10 years when I stopped purging.
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  • Amanda
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    Okay here’s my opinion - I think some of the previous posts were too harsh on you. You wrote that you don’t want “dates/girlfriends” to be invited. I think that it’s completely fine to not invite girlfriends. However, fiancés/wives will need to be invited because they are part of your immediate family. Casual girlfriends aren’t. Also, a lot of your posts have talked about how you take social distancing very seriously, so I think having a tiny gathering would make more sense for you anyway especially if you have social anxiety. The additional reception doesn’t seem to be something that you really wanted. Body dysmorphia is a real health problem and I truly hope you’re seeking therapy! I also hope that your fiancé understands your fears regarding your body and social interactions. Maybe show him this thread to help him understand 💕
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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Girl, THANK YOU. Yes, these "girlfriends" are just their girlfriend for the month or season. Thats what happens when tou choose to date someone SOLEY on their skin and eye color. The relationship is bound to fail. His brothers are in their 40s and haven't been in a relationship longer than a year unless it involved an unplanned pregnancy.
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  • Samantha
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    Colorism is a terrible thing. It happens a lot in Asian culture too. If you go into an Asian beauty store there are shelves full of skin lightening products. I'm happy your FH stuck up for you. You may need to discuss what a future without these people could look like if they continue with their behavior.
    If you are able to, it might help to try and bond with these other women. Concentrate on getting to know them and appreciate their personalities. They may be feeling the same way you are.
    A therapist is like any other medical professional. If you had a tooth ache you would see your dentist. Since this is a subject that is bothering you, it may do you some good to go for a mental health check just like your annual physical.

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  • Samantha
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    It’s the brother’s that are the problem, not their dates.
    It sounds like this is a major trigger for you - you don’t need to have a reception at all.
    I wish you healing.
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
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    Thank you for your wishes. I'll tell my FH that a reception isn't a good idea. We can use COVID as an excuse if our families ask questions
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    If it's that much of an issue, why have any type of celebration at all? Elope, enjoy your wedding and then this won't be a stressor.
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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Hi Claudia,
    Thanks for your input to the thread.
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  • Mrs. Spring
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    Hi Belle,
    That's disappointing that your loved ones say such things. I'm leaning towards just telling FH that I want to opt out of a reception all together
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