Sunshine 2019: Prompt 7

[scripsi]

And the last Sunshine prompt. This was a fun challenge- I hope it returns next year!



We wanted to end this challenge with something a little different.

At this time, we want to encourage everyone to make a post to discuss at whatever length comfortable something they love about themselves. We recognize that this is both very introspective and personal, and that sharing the results can be difficult. If you need to keep your post private, that’s fine! What’s important is that we all take this opportunity to be daring and push ourselves out of our comfort zones in order to be more kind to others, but more specifically ourselves on this one. Reflecting on ourselves and putting it in writing is the goal.

If you are able to share your post in some way, we also invite you to ask your friend list to comment and add things they love about you as well. You may well be surprised by the results.

Just remember that we could all use a little sunshine in our lives, and while it's great to have friends and family who love and support you, it important to recognize that sometimes we need to be our own light. Be warm and bright. Love yourself. ♥

I’ve thought a lot about this, and it’s interesting how, when I have thought of things I like with myself, I start to counter with my less positive sides, or adding that even something positive can be negative under certain circumstances. It’s really super easy to talk about what I like less about me. But let’s not go there. Let’s only mention a few of the things I do like about me.

I like my integrity. It was hard-won, and I don’t compromise it. I’m usually pretty easy going and diplomatic, but not when it comes to my core values.

I like how I look. It may sound shallow, but it took me many years to like and embrace my looks. I was bullied into believing I was hideously ugly and unattractive in my teens, and it wasn’t easy to overcome.

I like my artistic talents. It has brought me so much joy all my life, and as long as I can write and sew and draw I will never like things to do.

Comments

Sunshine ☼ Challenge

[oldtoadwoman]

I love seeing pictures of your costumes. I'm so impressed by your attention to detail, even matching the makeup to the appropriate era.

I’m usually pretty easy going and diplomatic, but not when it comes to my core values.

All excellent qualities with your priorities in the right order. ♥

[enemytosleep]

Thank you for sharing; I know this was a difficult prompt for many of us (mine is under lock because I couldn't bring myself to leave it public), so the fact that you tackled it and shared the results speaks a lot.

I totally applaud being happy with the way you look. The way society tries to teach us we're not ideal, especially if you happen to identify as a female, is brutal at best. It's so good that you can look yourself in the mirror and be happy. ♥

[meridian_rose]

These are great things to be proud of :) Integrity is important! I'm glad you've been able to embrace yourself now; I'm sure that gives you more confidence in all areas of your life. Society does tend to judge on appearance so liking how you look is an act of self-care.

Creativity is the best :)