Let's dig skin deep on something..
perfect /ˈpəːfɪkt/
"having all the required or desirable
elements, qualities, or characteristics;
as good as it is possible to be."
"conforming absolutely to the description
or definition of an ideal type."
Perfect -
a word commonly used with a slip of the tongue,
and often not without leaving a bitter taste.
so, why don't we change that?
Here me out... before I get to my main point...
During the course of time, as society adapts and progresses, meeting it's basic needs for humans', establishing and creating conditions for all individuals to ensure they reach their full potential in life.. I do believe there's grey areas still remaining, where really, we need to further our growth, understanding + development.. an area we've yet to dig deeper and go beyond the surfaces we've barely brushed upon.
Over the years, many of us have had technology develop right before our very eyes (hello, dial-up internet... I can hear it now) and eventually, fall physically into our hands. It'd almost go unspoken for, or simply presumed, we've been entrusted with a great deal of power, the kind of which that can make or break people. And if you think about it, it's a rather daunting prospect.
In time, many of us have at some point indulged in various social media platforms, all for fun and games.
Now, the keyword media, we are in one way or another apart of it; some turning simplicity to whole other level, using it as a way to pass time, to be / remain informed, a source of inspiration etc.. Each day, numbers are increasingly going up for those joining in on something that should be merely innocent (fun/entertainment), even by the sheer thrill of networking and making friends with other like minded beings, a creative outlet or release...
Anyone would be naive to believe no one strives to be their best, a perfect version of themselves, at least once in their life. We all have our niche, a happy place, hobby, career etc, which we strive to do our best in and suddenly the hype of it all, a once known happy place turns toxic and can take an abrupt turn, spiralling out of control and bracing for a forceful crash that leaves you unsure if you'll ever be able to face it and return or not..
But why?
Why should you not return, when something made you happy in the first place?
One thing I think many of us tend to forget, as I mentioned earlier, we hold a special power right in our very own hands - figuratively, and physically speaking. Any one of us are capable of creation, and destruction, whether you accept this reality and realise it or not. It's up to YOU and what you choose to do with this power that can and will set you apart from the (wrong) group.
Personally, I indulge in the fashion - beauty realm of the inter webs and it breaks my heart a little to see many (women) rely upon editing themselves... to feel this is perhaps one way to feel accepted, or to avoid negative / hateful comments; not always, but this is partially to do with it. Tweaking the surface, blurring away a marking, which is natural and is okay to embrace, we're all humans - no one is, nor should be expected to be perfect - without being perfectly imperfect the way you are, right in this moment.
You are beautiful the way you are, and how you choose to portray yourself.
Also, let me make one thing clear, by no means, would I frown upon one's choice to edit, or tweak their appearance, in the social media realm, or in real life, as I can admit, no need to conceal what's happened, or may happen again in future, that I've been through some changes with my appearance (necessary decision made by a health professional, and or because I chose to do something). I fully support and back the intention of what makes someone happy, however, in the same breath, I would encourage more time is focused on us being self aware and spreading kindness, upon yourself and let those positive vibes flow on and through to others.
Comparing ourselves to one another in a negative mindset is doing us more harm than good. Celebrate something you love or admire of someone, and say something kind about yourself, too. Your mind needs to be reminded of the love, beauty and way you positively view others - you deserve the same treatment.
All it takes is one person to make a change, be the voice of reason, particularly for yourself, and it can have a positive domino effect.
Whether you have scars, stretch marks, pimples, uneven skin tones, whatever it may be, it doesn't matter. I dare whoever may be reading this to take a step back from whatever it is their doing, find a mirror and look at themselves.
Take a breath.
Inhale.
Exhale.
Look deeply at yourself, slowly moving your eyes from from head to toe and back up.
Now, tell yourself... "I am my own version of perfect, and I am beautiful.."
The reality is, you hold the power, you are you and no one else... you can admire others, embrace their victories, see someone else as your version of 'perfect'... but remember, you are your own living and breathing definition perfect...
The world deserves and would be ever so lucky to see you, for you, and who you truly are.
You are perfect.
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