I’m sharing this simply to say that I went from being covered for all of university to now trying to find my own style and purpose in life and all of this. i respect anyone who chooses to cover or not, I just know that for me I covered in great part because of body dysmorphia and to feel better about myself. I’m learning to feel okay in my own skin. so for that, I’m happy I’m still trying. edit- okay wow this post is taking off. Um I’ve talked quite a bit on my account openly about my experiences but I’ll share some more here. I converted at 17 after a low period in my life due to depression, religion gave me a purpose and reason to keep going. I was extremely involved like in the msa at college and I founded a non profit in my city to donate religious items, stuff of that nature. I chose to leave not just because I woke up one day and decided to but many reasons actually…and I don’t hate on others who choose to cover or practice, this is just the decision I made for myself. I went to pride for the first time this year and theres certain things I desire out of this life That I cannot due while being religious. edit 2- this comment section is not a safe space for anyone to spread their bigotry or hate towards anyone:   submitted by   /u/AdSpecific3089   to   r/MadeMeSmile [link]   [comments]