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Body Quote by Petra Collins

“I didn't really have an identity crisis because I really, really knew who I always wanted to be But I definitely had a lot of problems with my body. I was very skinny, and I guess my body was sort of pre-pubescent, but when I grew hips and thighs, I just didn't know where I was in the world. It…” quote by Petra Collins
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“I didn't really have an identity crisis because I really, really knew who I always wanted to be But I definitely had a lot of problems with my body. I was very skinny, and I guess my body was sort of pre-pubescent, but when I grew hips and thighs, I just didn't know where I was in the world. It was weird.”

Petra Collins

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Identity, 2021

Body changes can trigger identity confusion, but self‑knowledge helps navigate personal growth.

In simple terms: Body changes can cause identity doubts.

Key Takeaway

Embrace self‑knowledge during physical changes.

Themes

identity body image growth

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • puberty
  • post‑pregnancy
  • weight changes

Key Concepts

self‑concept adolescent development self‑acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay true to yourself amid change?
  • What practices reinforce your core identity?
A Different Perspective

Physical changes alone don’t define identity.

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