No thats hyperbole.
Im simply making you aware that some things you do, follow you forever. You can never separate yourself from them. They were things done that were indicative of your character or lack thereof and society as a whole does not allow you to untether yourself from those actions or occupations.
There is no, I "used to be" a prostitute. No one even asks "are you currently a prostitute?" or "currently gay" or "currently a crackhead", "currently in porn" The world asks, have you sold p*ssy? Have you smoked crack? Have you been with a dude etc. Any answer other than absolutely not is what you will be seen as. Its why its so important to have sound judgement, self awareness and a healthy chunk of realist in your character.
Thats life chief. Someone wise shouldve taught you that. Maybe they did and you refused to listen because why else would you be on Al Gores internet arguing for a woman who said she sold p*ssy being called a hoe?