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Fa Ye Student @ Student
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In Women • 2 min read • May 17, 2025 23:20p.m.
The 10am struggle
<p>She woke up at 10:00 am, rubbed the sleep from her eyes, and gazed into the mirror. But as she looked at her reflection, she couldn't shake off the feeling of inadequacy. Despite her usual confidence and self-love, today was different. The mirror seemed to magnify all her flaws, and she didn't feel pretty.</p><p><br></p><p>She tried to shake off the negative thoughts, attributing them to a lack of sleep or a bad mood. But as she got dressed and stood in front of the mirror again, the feeling persisted. She still didn't feel pretty.</p><p><br></p><p>As she stood there, frozen in self-doubt, a realization hit her. Everyone has their 10 am moments. Those moments when the mirror reflects not just our physical appearance but also our inner doubts and fears.</p><p><br></p><p>We all have days when we feel like we're not good enough, smart enough, or pretty enough. We compare ourselves to others, and our insecurities creep in. But the truth is, everyone struggles with these feelings, regardless of how confident or put-together they may seem.</p><p><br></p><p>The key is to acknowledge and accept these moments, rather than letting them define us. By recognizing that everyone has their 10 am moments, we can begin to break down the facade of perfection and build a more realistic understanding of ourselves and others.</p><p><br></p><p>So, the next time you wake up feeling like you're not good enough, remember that everyone has their 10 am moments.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>And when you're feeling like you're the only one struggling, look around everyone has their own 10 am moments, hidden behind closed doors, filtered social media posts, and confident smiles. You're not alone, and that's a beautiful thing.</p><p><br></p><p>Take a deep breath, put on your favorite outfit, and remind yourself that you're more than enough.</p><p><br></p><p>~MXO</p>
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