To the person who is feeling insecure when they look in the mirror,
You are SO much more than what’s making you insecure.
🙂
Honestly, (like many of us) this is something I have greatly struggled with. Growing up, there were many days where I looked in the mirror and didn’t like what I saw. In fact, I hated what I saw. I always found myself thinking: I’ll be happy with myself if I’m thinner, if I change my hair/face, if boys tell me I’m pretty. I was so caught up in thinking I would finally feel confident through changing myself and outside affirmation. I couldn’t be more wrong.
The truth?
The only way you will feel beautiful is if you believe it yourself.
No matter how much you change yourself and how much others compliment you, confidence only comes from within.
Learning to be happy with myself is one of my biggest life obstacles I’ve overcome in recent years. That being said, progress isn’t always linear. Do I still have days where I feel insecure? Are there still parts of me I’m learning to accept/love? ABSOLUTELY. We all have those days, and that’s okay! In fact, it’s normal. However, at the end of the day, you’re stuck with yourself in this life. So be nice! You are your own harshest critic. Would you say those awful things you think about yourself to your five year old self? I didn’t think so.
A quote that I live by is: “No one is you and that is your power”.
It really speaks to me when I catch myself comparing myself to others and feeling insecure. You bring a special energy and love to that table that can never be matched. You should see your uniqueness as a superpower that can never be taken away.
We live in an age of technology which provides amazing opportunities and possibilities. That being said, it can also be incredibly toxic. Social media constantly shows us pictures of people who look society’s standard of “perfect”. It’s impossible not to compare ourselves to these pictures, never factoring angles, lighting, and photoshop. SOCIAL MEDIA ISN’T REAL. As amazing as the people in these posts look, it’s so important to remember that no one posts the photos that aren’t picture perfect. Take it all with a grain of salt.
As this letter draws to a close, please remember:
You are beautiful. You are enough. You are doing your best.
& if you ever need a reminder, I am always here to talk. <3
Love always,
Carol
@carolnewc
