Project Self Love

Today I was going to write about the new table and chairs I ordered online and the struggle I had building them. But I came across something much more awesome today on Whitney's blog, I Wore Yoga Pants, that I want to talk about today instead.

This is such a great idea, and I think a link up should be make out of this because project self love could be a huge thing! I don't think I've ever taken a picture and not start instantly criticizing it. I always look at my flaws, my insecurities. I don't look at who I am, what kind of woman I am and all of the good things about me. Because once I put aside all of my flaws, I can actually pick out some things I like about myself. 

The sad thing is that in today's world, if you start acknowledging what you like about yourself, the things you feel confident about, you're seen as selfish and full of yourself. And how messed up is that? We should be loving ourselves, finding the good in ourselves and gaining confidence. So here is my picture:

I could talk about how I think my face looks fat, or how my teeth aren't white enough or that my hair looks horrible and that I have acne. But instead, I'm focusing on the good things.

Today I love myself because even though my body hurts, I went to the gym today and pushed through my workout. I love myself because I've been slowly but surely been settling into a healthy lifestyle. I really do like my eyes, even though my glasses are in the way. I think I have a nice smile. I stepped on the scale this morning and found out I've lost a pound! It's not much, but it's  better than nothing!

So here's to celebrating who you are, and learning to love yourself. Have a great day!