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How 20 Years of Selfies Changed the Way I See Myself
['Hannah Cassidy', 'Published On Aug', 'At Am']
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Photo provided by Hannah Cassidy | Design: Sara Abdelbarry Photo provided by Hannah Cassidy | Design: Sara AbdelbarryThis story is part of our Aughts Effect package, which celebrates 20 years of Popsugar — and enduring culture.
The summer after my senior year of high school in 2005, I took my first real selfie.
Photo provided by Hannah Cassidy | Design: Sara AbdelbarryBy 2015, I'd fallen prey to the need to grind out content like a Girlboss.
Selfies had to look effortless, like I'd just happened to catch myself looking flawless on my way out the door.
Photo provided by Hannah Cassidy | Design: Sara Abdelbarry