25 Instagram VS. Reality Pics That Show How Out Of Touch With Reality Some People Are

For one reason or another, many people feel the need to edit their pictures before uploading them online. And when they do, they might get carried away with their tools, usually resulting in pics that are worse than the original.

If you’ve seen some of such examples of editing gone wrong, you probably know that they can look quite creepy. They can also be hilarious. Today you get to judge which are which for yourself, as on the list below we have gathered quite a few examples of people overediting their pictures. Scroll down to find them, make sure to upvote your favorites—the best of the worst—and go to the comments section to share what you think of picture editing – yay or nay?

Below, you will also find Pictolic's interview with adjunct professor of psychiatry and expert in dealing with body image issues, Dr. Cortney S. Warren, who was kind enough to answer a few of our questions about coping with negative thoughts and negative comments regarding our looks.

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#1 Downloaded Xiaohongshu And There Is Some Crazy Stuff Going On Over There

#2 Everyone Praised Her For This Physique. I Pointed Out That Being 12 Feet Tall Is Not Normal And Got My Comment Reported

#3 Even After Surgery, Why Do People Still Warp Pls

Unfortunately, many people don’t feel comfortable in their skin. Some studies estimate that as much as 20% to 40% of women are dissatisfied with their bodies, as are 10% to 30% of men.

For those who are not that fond of their looks, some moments or situations can be particularly uncomfortable. An Ipsos poll found that dissatisfaction regarding people’s bodies was most prevalent when they were looking in the mirror, spending time at the beach in a bathing suit, or shopping for clothes, respectively.

The survey also found that more than a quarter of respondents were dissatisfied with how they looked when trying on old clothes they haven’t worn in a while. Roughly 14% admitted to feeling bad when comparing themselves to images of people they see on social media, to other people at the gym or workout classes (13%), or to TV and movie actors and actresses (11%).

#4 How Much Corset Training Can You Have? Yes

#5 You Forgot Someone…

According to the aforementioned Ipsos poll, for Americans, a “perfect” body is athletic, whether it’s a man or a woman. Second on the list, though, is the so-called “dad bod,” showing that not everyone is obsessed with abs and flat stomachs.

However, a “dad bod” is only the second-most-preferred body type for men. As for women, being athletic is followed by being curvy on the list of “perfect” body types.

Unsurprisingly, not having a “perfect” body—which does not exist—tends to push quite a few people to edit their pictures.

#6 This...it's Just Awful

#7 I Am Very Sure He Edits Himself Because This Shape Is… Unusual

#8 Wow, This Is Comical

Some people might feel completely fine—happy, even—with their looks. But sometimes, all it takes is a comment or two for them to start feeling self-conscious about certain features. When talking about ways to combat such comments and learn to love yourself as you are, adjunct professor of psychiatry and expert in dealing with body image issues, Dr. Cortney S. Warren, noted that there are many skills people can learn to combat body dissatisfaction and respond to unwanted appearance-related teasing.

Firstly, you can choose to respond to negative appearance-related commentary from others by setting boundaries. “Walk away, clearly state that you hearing negative comments about your appearance isn’t healthy for you, or share that it hurts you,” Warren suggested.

#9 Maybe She Overdid It A Little Bit With The Filter