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Week 3 Reflection

Something that stuck with me for this week's material was the 5 whys. I had a really hard time completing this assignment even though I am deeply engaged with my social issue topic of body image. I understand the causes and the things behind them, but honestly, it is hard to put on paper and organize what causes what. I know many women suffer the consequences of an unachievable perfect body. 

I look forward to finding organizations, social media, and people who are helping in the process of women to accept themselves more. I already follow some accounts their content has been so helpful to me, and I want to find out how I can help. 

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