My sister wrote a lot about how being a curvy cutie affected her social life, how she dressed, and how she felt about herself. Despite her challenges, she finds different ways to rise above them and be comfortable being unique. She's developed a style all her own, and let me just tell you, sometimes I want to raid her closet! I want to be like Denali when I grow up.
I too can relate to self-esteem issues related to my size. I've always been bigger, even when I've been more physically fit. Add shyness and quietness, and that makes it harder to make friends. I've had moments where I let my challenges get the better of me, but I've done some hard scary things just to show myself that I could! I did cheerleading my junior and senior years of high school! I did have to wear the largest size skirts and I had a hard time keeping the beat but I didn't let that stop me! Being a cheerleader scared the snot out of me, but it was so rewarding. It increased my confidence and gave me something to look forward to. So did serving a mission for my church, being a preschool teacher, going to college, and serving in various responsibilities at church. All of these things have helped me to be a more confident person and helped me to see what I am capable of, no matter my size.
I have tried to exercise and diet before, but I realized that trying to lose weight will make no difference unless I learn to love myself the way I am first. That journey of self-love is a constant work in progress. Some days are better than others. I try to look at the positives, like my smile and laugh, when I get down on myself. I am planning to make improvements for my physical health this year, but I don't want to get down on myself if the scale doesn't move or if I stuff my face with chocolate. I'm still beautiful no matter my size. As long as I'm striving to improve, the number on the scale or tape measure doesn't matter. The size of my heart is much more important than my dress size.
The same is true for you too! Whether you think you're too fat or too thin, too hairy, or have a face full of acne. You're beautiful inside even if all that people look at is the outside. God doesn't make junk; He made you special for His purposes. Never forget your great worth.
I wanted to share a few songs that have gotten me through hard times and showed me that I'm awesome just the way I am. At the end of the post, I have some lovely pictures of me rocking awesome outfits at different stages of my life.
Proof that I was a cheerleader!
Junior Year
Senior year rocking denim on denim
Picture with the hubby
That one time I dyed my hair purple
Anyone can be a mermaid!
I love love love Junie Blake dresses! Modest, adorable, and affordable
Sometimes you can find cute dresses at thrift stores!
Wedding reception with my sisters!
My pretty wedding dress! And Hubby looks good in purple!
Love this dress!
My high school style!
We are princesses!
Trees need love too and so do you!
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