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What does it mean?
Physical imperfections are sometimes blamed on divine punishment.
In plain terms
Some think bad skin is a punishment from God.
What can you take from it?
People often find religious meaning in physical flaws.

Where it applies

  • body image
  • religious guilt
  • adolescence

Putting it to work

  • challenging self-judgment
  • reframing beauty
  • building confidence

Questions to consider

  • How do you view imperfections?
  • Where does self-blame come from?

Another view

This belief causes unnecessary shame and self-hate.

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