I'm so glad you've reached a point of acceptance in your life! I wish myself, along with many others, could do the same. Honestly living on a college campus has made me more self conscious than ever, but it's also made me want to grow more than ever, so it has its pros and cons.
My grandfather used to always tell me to wake up, look in the mirror, and say "I believe in you." Sing it if you have to! Just truly believe in yourself, and he said you could accomplish anything. And I strive to live by that motto.
So thank you for your post and for your other posts! And I wish you the best of success in the future.
Well @extremedistate - even if the situation at college is challenging, the main thing is that you grow from it.
Smart man your Grandfather :)
Thank you for the lovely comment and for your kind wishes.