Do people see me as how I look in the mirror or in my camera?? (F19) I have no idea what I look like anymore

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In a world where mirrors and selfies often tell conflicting stories, it’s no wonder you're feeling torn about your appearance. You’re not alone in grappling with the dissonance between how you see yourself and how others perceive you. A candid photo can sometimes reveal a side we don’t recognize, leading to feelings of doubt and confusion. This Reddit post seeks reassurance and advice from those who understand the struggle of self-image in the age of social media.

I don't know if this is the reddit to post on but i really need some reassurance or advice

I've never been more torn on my appearance before, last week my friend took a candid photo of me, safe to say I did not recognize myself.

I have never thought I was ugly as I did looking at that photo, yet all of my friends assured me that is what I look like to them.. i'm terrified now that what I see in the mirror is just a mental projection of what I want to look like and not the disgusting reality , i'm now faced with.

How can I look so different?? Why is it that my selfie camera seems to distort my appearance to the point I don't recognize myself and it sends to me into a spiral, while what I see in the mirror makes me feel like I belong on vogue. This has me so worked up genuinely been researching plastic surgery, am I crazy??

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