We come into this world as a beautiful bundle, complete and whole. Each of us blessed with different talents, abilities, qualities and all that we need to enjoy this miraculous journey. It is our uniqueness and differences that make this world so intriguing and beautiful.
Unfortunately, as we start to grow and develop our personalities we lose sight of this. Seeking constant approval and acceptance by those around us, we begin to lose touch with our real authentic selves. Our senses trained to look outward for survival become constantly engaged in trying to measure up to others. This soon becomes a habit. We start to feel that we are not enough. We think are not smart enough, tall enough, skinny enough, intelligent enough, caring enough, loving enough. Just never enough. Let’s try and break this vicious cycle.
As we start our gratitude practice let’s begin by recognizing our unique qualities and moreover let’s learn to be grateful for them. Furthermore, We need to find our true selves including our flaws and imperfections. Above all, we must learn to love and own up to who we are without an apology.
Ever since I can remember, I have enjoyed dressing up. Yet the first time someone commented on this and said “You are so into fashion”, the shy little me thought I was being judged. I remember being embarrassed and apologetic as if it was a crime I was committing. I found this remark to be condescending and dismissive. It took me many years to recognize that dressing up not only made me happy but it gave me confidence and fulfillment. Today its one of the things I love about myself.
As Coco Channel said, “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself”.
What is one personality trait you have owned up to and proudly accepted?
12 Comments
Maninder Grewal
Beauty begins the moment we decide to be ourselves. Elegance is not about being noticed but being remembered. Classy and Fabulous! Love reading your blog and look forward to weekly posts.
DM
Thank you Maninder. I look forward to your incredible support. I love that “elegance is not about being noticed but being remembered”.
Choti atwal
A woman is the best creation of God. To handle it with care and keep it upright is very essential. I love myself for being a woman. Like you I also want to maintain myself ..reading your blog makes me more confirmed to upright myself. Age is just a number.more the number more the experience to get to know more about urself and get inspired by people like you.As you are beautiful inside and outside … this is what an intelligent woman should be. Your page is a service to womanhood. Keep it up
DM
Thank you so much! You are absolutely right that God has blessed us women with so much. Together we have the power to spread more love, joy, hope, and happiness in this universe. We must not only be true to ourselves but also love, support and learn from each other. I truly appreciate your support and look forward to your future feedback. Please feel free to share the blog.
Daljeet Samra
Loving myself by treating myself with kindness and respect helps me to challenge my own self criticism.
We all have many admirable qualities, and we owe it to ourselves to let them shine.
Love reading your blog.
DM
That is wonderful to hear Daljeet. Exactly, it’s only when we love and respect ourselves first that we can truly give to all the wonderful people around us. You phrased it so beautifully, we have to let our qualities and ourselves shine. Thank you so much. I look forward to your thoughts and feedback.
Khush dhami
Thanks Davinder so beautiful and perfect proud of u keep it up
DM
Thank you. So glad you like it and look for to your support.
Rami
Beautifully written! In my opinion loving ourselves is not a one time event, it is an endless ongoing process. To me it means to have a healthy regard of yourself and knowing that you are a great person. This leads to self respect and a positive self image. Looking forward to your next post Devinder!
DM
So well said. I could not agree more. Self-love and respect is a way of life that gives us the liberation to appreciate everyone and everything around us.Thank you so much Rami.
shivangi sharma
great content
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Devinder Maan
Thank you so much Shivangi for taking the time to read. I am so glad you enjoyed the content. I look forward to your future feedback 💖.