"Help! I feel judged!"

A staggering 80% of women say they've felt looked down on, whether because of weight, wrinkles or wardrobe. Here, easy ways to reclaim confidence

- Kristina Mastrocola

ID the triggers

Outsmart comparisons

Fear of judgment is often caused by measuring ourselves against others, observes expert Kristen Lee, explaining that perfectionism has risen by 33% over the past decade, with social comparison being the major driving force. "Judgment is so jarring because women are already managing inhuman demands," she says. "The key is to try to let go of the guilt we feel for not meeting the unrealistic standards we're trying to live up to." To do just that, she recommends celebrating progress, not perfection, by making a list of your small "wins" each day.

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