Dear Kate,

As a child, I was insecure of my looks and was made fun of or not treated well by other children at times. My parents really supported me but faced comments from my distant relatives.

It’s great that you have supportive parents, who don’t criticize you, either for your looks or otherwise. It appears your insecurity stems rather from being teased by other children, and by distant relatives making inappropriate comments. When the latter happened, how did your parents react? Did they reassure you that you’re fine and there’s nothing wrong with you?

Growing up, I have tried to work on myself to accept the way I am but my insecurities pop up at times.

How is it nowadays with your insecurities? For example, do you see yourself not pretty enough, and due to that, in danger of being cheated on/abandoned by your boyfriend?