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Cassie Brighter

Nov 27, 2020

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Self Development

The Queen’s Gambit’s Star Was Bullied for Being ‘Ugly.’

Why we all struggle with body image — here’s what we can do about it.

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Cassie Brighter

Cassie Brighter

Activist. Public speaker. Writer. Community Organizer. Mom. Creator & Host, Empowered Trans Woman Summit. Managing Editor, EmpoweredTransWoman.com

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