I am imperfect.
And so are you.
Sorry for the selfies. But I just figured out how to use the camera on my computer.
And...I started having a little too much fun.
But you know what? I took a lot of rapid fire pictures of me making goofy faces. And it was fun. And It's just me. On the couch. Watching Say Yes to the Dress at 10:00 at night. I wasn't posing for a duck-faced gym selfie onInstagram. I was just being silly.
And you know what else? These aren't model shots. And some of them aren't quite as flattering as others.
But they're all me. They are all the imperfect me.
I have flaws. I worry a lot. I can be selfish. I gossip. I am easily intimidated by authority. New things are scary for me. I like to please people. I'm not in shape. I have mild scoliosis. I need contacts to see. My shyness sometimes gets in the way of life. I can be lazy. I can't whistle. Some days I don't like the way I look in the mirror. I make weird faces. Surgery frightens me. My jokes fall flat. Etc. Etc. Etc.
But I'm also awesome. I am intelligent. I am dedicated to my goal of becoming a teacher. I love people and finding out their stories. I'm a singer. I have an fantastic family and crazy friends. I am hilarious and kind. I get along with most everyone. I love my hair. I'm a good listener. I am confident. I have a great job where I get to work with people all the time. I have a working body and good health. I am beautiful. Caring. Religious. Silly. Easy-going. Smiley. Happy. Etc. Etc. Etc.
So. Usually Selfies are associated with being unreal. But in this case, I hope that they show that I am a real person. With flaws and strengths. Because being imperfect is part of being human, so don't let your imperfections get you down. Recognize them, work on fixing them, but don't let them be the only thing that defines you. Be real. Be you. Authenticity is awesome, don't be afraid of it. I'm trying not to be.
Own up to shortcomings. Embrace your strengths. Be willing to be vulnerable. Love what's true.
Prepare to feel empowered.
Prepare to feel empowered.