This week, we wrap up our Body Image mini-series with a deep dive into the things we do to feel better about ourselves — the gym routines, the crash diets, the attempts to get back control when we feel like we've lost it.

We ran a poll asking what your coping mechanisms are. Most of you said restrictive dieting. Some said intense workouts. And a glorious 20% just went “meh, not bothered.” You are our heroes. Teach us.

We also answer your AMA questions:

• Would we let our parents listen to this? (Uncomfortable.)
• What’s the most extreme thing we’ve done to look better? (Tim’s answer is… a lot.)
• How do you balance work, food, fitness, and raising a small human? (Short answer: you don’t. And that’s fine.)

We talk mental health, cosmetic surgery, gym, and why the term “transformation” might not mean what you think it does. We wrap up with a few honest thoughts on acceptance — not the fluffy kind, just the type that lets you eat beige food with your kids without beating yourself up about it.

And yes, Average Man is back. He’s all of us. And he’s doing his best.

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