Normal bodies are real bodies. That’s the message UK blogger Georgie Clarke wants people to remember.
For years, she struggled with self-criticism and felt pressured by unrealistic beauty standards. It affected her mental health, making her feel like she wasn’t good enough.
But things started to change when she sought therapy and practiced self-love. Over time, she broke free from the harmful cycle of comparing herself to others.
Now, Clarke uses her Instagram platform to show her 690K followers the truth behind social media.
She started a series where she posts side-by-side photos of herself in the same outfit and makeup. The only difference? One is posed and taken with perfect lighting, while the other is relaxed and natural.
The difference is shocking.
Clarke explained: “The left image required finding the best light, a flattering angle, tensing my stomach, standing on tiptoes, and holding my breath. The right image required nothing—just relaxing and smiling. Both images are real. Both images are me.”
She wants people to know that even influencers don’t look perfect all the time.
Her goal is to remind people that what we see online isn’t always real.
She said: “Normalize normal bodies. Just because someone is smiling in a picture doesn’t mean they’re not struggling.”
Her message is simple: Don’t compare yourself to edited, filtered images on social media.
Since starting this series, Clarke has received messages from people thanking her for being honest. She hopes to encourage others to accept themselves instead of chasing unrealistic beauty standards.
She also shared how she takes care of herself: “When my mental health struggles, I now have the tools to get through it. It took time to learn, but I know how important it is to take care of myself or ask for help.”
Studies show that social media can make people feel isolated. Clarke’s message is helping many see that they are not alone.
