Hate how ugly I look. I guess there’s nothing I can change about that but having to see myself in zoom meetings is ):

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Are you exercising and eating healthy? Every human being beautiful but we feel ugly when we physically not trying to be our best. Our face even changes with a healthy lifestyle.

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You can try putting a post it note over your face on zoom. And in addition to working on your self esteem (consider online therapy or a self help book), I’m amazed at how much you CAN change how you look. Glasses, hair style & color, clothes, & makeup (even for men) can make a huge difference. Experiment and try some things.

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A decent lighting kit changes everything. They’re like $20 on amazon. Actresses and actors are bitches & throw fits about lighting for a reason.

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I feel the same. I wear glasses I don’t need during zooms so I can cover up...

#1 reason why I turn off my camera.

It’s about what you say! Not how you look!

I’m right there with you. I’m sorry. From one ugly copywriter to another (self-described) one, I like to think of all my favorite writers who weren’t especially hot. Maybe ugliness is the key to being a good writer?

But yeah. Zoom is a huge bummer when you don’t feel good about yourself. My company requires cameras on, and I really wish they didn’t.

The best advice I’ve got is to reject traditional beauty standards and own your ugliness. Who gives a damn about a pretty face? You don’t have time for that — you’re too busy being a cool, smart, talented badass writer to worry about looks.

Sending love and the strength to not give a fuck your way. ❤️

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