Ever had that moment when you open your camera app only to find it’s stuck in selfie mode, triggering a mini existential crisis? You’re not alone! Fitness enthusiast Kelly Thompson recently took to social media to share an unflattering shot to remind us all that we’re not alone in feeling horrified by certain camera angles. If only our pals would stop tagging us in those cringeworthy pics on social media!
Thompson, a trainer known for her work with celebrities and her appearances on popular reality shows, had a recent experience during a glamorous photo shoot that left her a bit shaken. “Last week, I was surrounded by an amazing team of hair and makeup experts, and I thought I was looking pretty good,” she recounted to a lifestyle magazine. “Then, I opened my phone and there it was—a picture of my belly spilling over my spandex. I was mortified!”
After snapping the unfortunate photo, Thompson felt the all-too-familiar sting of self-doubt. “I thought, ‘This is how I look? There’s no way I can go through with this shoot. I’m so out of shape! Why did I eat breakfast?’ and I spiraled into a whirlwind of negative thoughts.” It’s so easy to be our own worst critics when faced with an unflattering image. “Then I had to remind myself—I was just sitting down!”
This is exactly why she decided to share that photo with her followers; to show that nobody looks picture-perfect while seated. Celebrities often drape themselves over furniture in magazine spreads for a reason! A trainer showing her less-than-flawless side isn’t something you see every day. At first, Thompson hesitated, fearing it might undermine her credibility. “But then I realized I encourage my followers to be vulnerable, so I should do the same,” she said.
The post resonated with over 20,000 people on social media, proving that we’ve all experienced the horror of a bad angle. “I wanted to share this because we all go through moments where we judge ourselves too harshly for no good reason,” Thompson explained. “It’s totally normal… it just makes us human.”
So the next time you pull out your phone and feel like throwing it across the room, remember: that’s not really how you look! And if you’re interested in more insights on pregnancy and home insemination, check out this excellent resource for pregnancy.
In summary, angles can drastically alter how we perceive ourselves in photos, and it’s important to recognize that everyone has unflattering moments. Sharing these experiences helps us connect and embrace our authenticity.