Comparing Appearance
Positive connections
Inspiration, aesthetic interest
Only if personally recognizable
Emotional connections during this preference
Shame, envy, jealousy, depression, inadequacy, perfectionism
Go Deeper
Do other people's photos give you ideas, or convince you that your body makes you less valuable?
Possible buried beliefs
“I am unattractive or defective.”
Hard Places
Body shaming or humiliating comparison when identified.
More questions
If you could not turn to this activity, what feeling or responsibility might come into view?
Does the experience help you understand something painful, or repeatedly strengthen resentment?
Does not knowing or not being in control remain uncomfortable after the activity ends?
Does comparing yourself with someone involved in this preference change your sense of worth?