Earlier today, my mom told me I needed to buy some more jeans because my other ones are too small. Naturally, I was reluctant to go because I absolutely HATE trying on clothes, but my mom had a coupon that expired today, so I had no choice. In the car on the way to Kohl's (love that place), I started tearing up and eventually broke down crying. My mom asked what was wrong and I told her that my pants were to small because I had gained weight. I didn't want to go up a size (I actually went up 3 sizes, not because I'm like, super fat or whatever, but because they didn't have the style I wanted in the size I really needed. So I had to settle for a 6 instead of a 5.) Anyways, we decided to start me on a workout routine. I just recently got a desk job which can really kill someone's figure. My mom gained 15 pounds when she started a desk job 12-13 years ago. She's a fitness instructor now and is in great shape. Much better shape than I'm in.
Okay, this post isn't supposed to be about me. The point I'm trying to make is, you shouldn't feel bad about who you are. I was at my church group tonight and one of the girls said something that really hit me. Everyone is beautiful to someone else. She recommended a song for me to listen to; "Another is Waiting" by the Avett Brothers. It's a really good song. My favorite lines from the song are;
"She's a rose, she's a queen,
But she's starin' at a magazine
In the dark, on the path
Where they doctor every photograph."
These lines really hit me. For the longest time, I wanted to look like a super model. But after the discussion we had today and listening to that song, it got me thinking. If someone doesn't like me the way I am now, then they aren't worth having in my life. That might sound harsh, but it really isn't. What's harsh is not accepting a person because of the way they look.
God accepts and loves everybody. He made us to be exactly the way we are. Everyone should be comfortable in their own skin. I know I say that people should be, but not everyone is or will be just because I said it. And there's no way that I can force confidence on someone. I'm not even going to try. It's up to you when it comes to confidence and the way you feel about yourself. You have to believe you are beautiful. Whether you are a size two or size 18, you're gorgeous. Maybe size isn't your problem. Acne can lower a person's self esteem (it does for me). Just know, when the right person see's you, they won't be looking at your acne. In fact, they won't even see it. They'll see you for who you really are.
You don't have to look like a photo shopped model to feel beautiful. Confidence is the best accessory.
Thankssssssss for reading. I've been coming up with a lot of ideas lately. I might start doing car reviews now that I got a job working with cars <3 Anyways.... yeah. I'm bad at talking.
Okay, this post isn't supposed to be about me. The point I'm trying to make is, you shouldn't feel bad about who you are. I was at my church group tonight and one of the girls said something that really hit me. Everyone is beautiful to someone else. She recommended a song for me to listen to; "Another is Waiting" by the Avett Brothers. It's a really good song. My favorite lines from the song are;
"She's a rose, she's a queen,
But she's starin' at a magazine
In the dark, on the path
Where they doctor every photograph."
These lines really hit me. For the longest time, I wanted to look like a super model. But after the discussion we had today and listening to that song, it got me thinking. If someone doesn't like me the way I am now, then they aren't worth having in my life. That might sound harsh, but it really isn't. What's harsh is not accepting a person because of the way they look.
God accepts and loves everybody. He made us to be exactly the way we are. Everyone should be comfortable in their own skin. I know I say that people should be, but not everyone is or will be just because I said it. And there's no way that I can force confidence on someone. I'm not even going to try. It's up to you when it comes to confidence and the way you feel about yourself. You have to believe you are beautiful. Whether you are a size two or size 18, you're gorgeous. Maybe size isn't your problem. Acne can lower a person's self esteem (it does for me). Just know, when the right person see's you, they won't be looking at your acne. In fact, they won't even see it. They'll see you for who you really are.
You don't have to look like a photo shopped model to feel beautiful. Confidence is the best accessory.
Thankssssssss for reading. I've been coming up with a lot of ideas lately. I might start doing car reviews now that I got a job working with cars <3 Anyways.... yeah. I'm bad at talking.
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