Day 10 - Own Your Choices
Walking home in black jeans is not the move btw
June 3rd, 2024
I’ve had this belt for almost 8 months and this is the first time I’m wearing it. Feeling inadequate to wear something comes in many forms such as not being skinny enough to fit in it or look good in it, not being curvy enough, not being edgy enough, not being polished or hip enough, not being country enough. These stories we tell ourselves of our worth are silly since truly the only person that is worried about is you.
One of the constant reminders I flash in my mind is that no one is paying attention to me. I have mentioned I’m quite cynical and pessimistic haven’t I? In this case, it’s true. We are all so occupied by our worry of how people may perceive us that we have no time to look up and perceive others! A lot of us spend the majority of our lives curating this persona that will be revered by others rather than showcasing how our true selves.
Not to get too woo-woo but there was a turning point that came with an unexpected moment of peace when I started liking myself. I’m proud of who I am and how I carry myself and I can choose to wear a green belt if I want to. It’s especially important to stand by your decisions in the tough days. If you can’t be your number one cheerleader, why should anyone else pick that up for you? Bet on yourself, take the leap, post the photo, ask for the raise. Own those choices.
