When I was a little girl, I felt less then because other kids would make fun of me by pulling on the corner of their eyes to show they were slanted versus round. This had a long-lasting and harmful effect on me that hurt my self-esteem and confidence.
One of the most positive shifts I’ve seen is embracing a diverse range of bodies and faces that weren’t available to me when I was growing up. I smile when I see members of Blackpink serve as global ambassadors for French brands. I hope to see more mature women in ads that aren’t promoting plastic surgery.
I believe we can all find a way to embrace our inner and outer beauty in a healthy way. We are all beautiful in our unique way. A part of me wanted to hide myself for a long time because of my severe acne, so it’s been a long personal journey to self-acceptance.
When you look in the mirror, what if you felt a sense of appreciation for your favorite features? Maybe it’s your expressive eyes, nice smile, or shiny hair. Take a few minutes and send yourself some love the next time you see yourself in the mirror.
We can actively celebrate other women. There’s nothing like an uplifting compliment from another woman. There must be a way to look at the whole package-personality, intellect, style; and then be as gentle as we can with ourselves and other women.
