I don't wake up in the morning, look at my naked body in the mirror, and say, "Good morning, body. Once again, you've nailed it, you gorgeous imperfect thing. That wobbly patch of cellulite? A miracle. Each stretch mark? A Picasso. Holy crap, I look good! Who can I sext? Somebody else has got to see this!"
Mindy Kaling humorously reflects on body image in her book "Why Not Me?" She suggests that most people don't start their day with overwhelming love for their bodies, acknowledging the common struggle with self-acceptance. Instead of viewing perceived imperfections positively, many are likely to focus on flaws. Her playful tone indicates that she is aware of the societal pressures around body image.
Kaling’s quote exemplifies the contrast between societal expectations of...
