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Beauty Quote by Augusten Burroughs

“Do you understand that you are exactly attractive enough and thin enough (even if you weigh four hundred pounds) and smart enough and funny enough, even if you cannot tell a knock-knock joke without fucking it up? You are exactly everything enough to the person who thinks you are. Just like when…” quote by Augusten Burroughs
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““Do you understand that you are exactly attractive enough and thin enough (even if you weigh four hundred pounds) and smart enough and funny enough, even if you cannot tell a knock-knock joke without fucking it up? You are exactly everything enough to the person who thinks you are. Just like when you look at them, your eyes will get all wet and girly. Because of their beauty. Even if by any ordinary, reasonable standard, they're short and old and have bad skin.””

Augusten Burroughs

About This Quote

Source Book: Running with Scissors, Augusten Burroughs, 2002

Self‑acceptance is rooted in being enough for someone who truly sees you, regardless of external standards.

In simple terms: You are enough for the right person.

Key Takeaway

Embrace your authentic worth.

Themes

self‑acceptance love identity

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • personal growth
  • mental health
  • social interactions

Key Concepts

subjective value perception self‑esteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define “enough” for yourself?
  • What standards do you let others dictate?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical self‑improvement needs.

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