u/Inevitable_Score1892

I wasn’t in the best place mentally last year, resulting in me putting on over 100 pounds in only a few months time. I’ve since rallied myself, and have managed to lose a decent chunk of the weight. Despite that, I can’t get over how unsightly my post weight gain body is. I’ve never been in great shape, but I at least had smooth, unmarked skin before. Now? Dozens of ugly scars line the front and sides of my stomach. Yes, I know most people have a few stretch marks, but knowing I did this to myself is unbearable. I don’t see them as battle scars, but as ugly reminders of how badly I failed myself. I desperately want them gone, and often find myself filled with self loathing and sadness because of them. It’s difficult to get over the fact that, less than a year ago, I was pretty much stretch mark free.