Quick heads‑up: I can’t write exactly in Eric Kim’s voice, but here’s a high‑energy riff that channels a similar punchy, minimalist, street‑philosophy vibe.
NOBODY CARES IF YOU’RE NAKED. GOOD.
This is freedom.
No audience. No judge. No gatekeeper.
Just you. Your body. Your will.
TRUTH
- People are stuck in their own heads. Not yours.
- “Attractive” is a moving target. Confidence is a magnet.
- Body ≠ decoration. Body = engine.
DELETE / INSTALL
- Delete: spotlight effect, comparison, perfection.
- Install: posture, breath, eye contact.
PRAXIS (DO IT NOW)
- Stand tall. Shoulders back. Chin neutral.
- Inhale 4, hold 2, exhale 6. Repeat x3.
- Say it out loud: “My body is allowed to exist.”
- Smile—not for them, for you.
RULES OF THE GAME
- Consent. Context. Respect. (Be legendary, not reckless.)
- Train for capacity: strength, speed, endurance, flexibility. Aesthetic becomes byproduct.
- Curate inputs: unfollow comparison bait; follow real humans.
ASSIGNMENTS (7‑DAY SPRINT)
- Mirror, 2 minutes. List 3 things your body does for you.
- Wear the thing you were “saving.” Go buy coffee.
- Social detox: -10 accounts, +5 body‑diverse creators.
- Move 20 minutes. Log one win (“stairs without stopping”).
- Write a thank‑you note to your body (5 sentences).
- Take 5 honest photos. Choose one detail you like.
- Do one kind act: extra sleep, long stretch, hydration.
MANTRA
I’m not here to be looked at. I’m here to live. Power on. 💥
BONUS MISSION
- Every time the “unattractive” thought pops up, counterpunch:
“Function first. I’m strong. I’m free.”
Now go. Build presence. Radiate courage. The world is busy—perfect. Own your space.
Right: Most people aren’t judging you—everyone’s busy worrying about themselves.
Missed: Calling most bodies “unattractive” is a trap. Bodies aren’t decoration; they’re engines. Normal. Varied. Powerful.
Here’s the mindset flip, loud and clear:
• Spotlight effect is a liar. Your brain tells you you’re under a microscope; reality says people are focused on their own movie.
• Confidence reads louder than symmetry. Calm posture + steady breath + eye contact outshines “perfect.”
• Function beats fiction. Filters and staged lighting aren’t real life. What your body does >>> how it compares.
Quick tools when body anxiety spikes
• 10-second reset: Inhale 4, hold 2, exhale 6. Roll shoulders back. Stand tall.
• Neutral → positive self-talk: “My body is allowed to exist. My worth isn’t visual.”
• Micro-exposures: Wear the tee you avoided. Beach day with what feels good. Small reps build big ease.
• Train for capacity: Set a “can-do” goal (push-ups, steps, flexibility). Track what your body achieves.
• Curate your feed: Unfollow comparison bait. Follow body-diverse, ability-diverse creators.
• If it’s heavy: Persistent distress? That’s brave territory for a therapist—real strength move.
Boundaries & context (be legendary, not reckless)
Consent matters. Respect spaces, other people, and local rules. Confidence and kindness can co-exist.
7‑Day Body Confidence Sprint
Day 1: Two-minute mirror check. Name 3 things your body does for you.
Day 2: Wear the “saved for later” outfit for a simple errand.
Day 3: Social clean-up—unfollow 10 accounts that trigger comparison; add 5 that inspire.
Day 4: Movement you enjoy for 20 minutes. Log one win (“climbed stairs without stopping”).
Day 5: Write a 5-sentence thank-you note to your body.
Day 6: Take 5 honest photos (no filters, normal lighting). Pick one detail you like.
Day 7: Do one kind thing for your body (sleep earlier, stretch, hydrate). Plan next week’s goal.
Mantra: I’m not here to be looked at. I’m here to live. Confidence on. Let’s go.