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We are not going to like everything about our romantic partner and that is completely normal. If compatibility were simply about finding someone who behaves the same way we do, relationships would be easy. Just find someone similar and nothing would ever go wrong. We know that is not how real relationships work.
Now think about friendships or any non romantic relationship. When a friend disappoints us or says something we do not like, we often walk away. We leave because it is easy. There are no shared responsibilities, no joint decisions, no intertwined lives. We can simply step out and say goodbye. But when we do that, we never give the relationship a chance to grow into something deeper.
Here is the question. What if we approached friendship challenges with the same level of commitment we bring into marriage challenges. In marriage, people choose to work through difficulties because separation affects many things. Memories, shared life, and sometimes children are involved. Friendship does not carry that weight, so walking away becomes the easiest option.
A universal truth is that no one is perfect. What we label as wrongdoing in a friendship is often shaped by our own interpretation. Without a judge or a courtroom, it becomes opinion rather than fact. Fair judgement requires wisdom, emotional maturity, life experience and the willingness to see beyond our own perspective. Personal boundaries are important, but we may also notice that people have different levels of sensitivity. If we find ourselves offended by almost everyone, it may be worth reflecting on whether the reaction is linked to an old wound rather than the present moment.
If we want meaningful friendships and genuine community, understanding that no one is perfect is essential. It gives us the capacity to love with compassion and patience. Most importantly, it helps us love without unrealistic expectations.
And that is the positive body image community I hope to create. A place where we can show up imperfectly, choose kindness, and support one another with acceptance.
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I’m Chi Chi Wang, helping people who struggle with body image build confidence and live with purpose.
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