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It’s amazing how my confidence has improved over the last few years, but especially this summer. I used to hate mirrors. It’s so pathetic…sometimes even a glimpse would make my mood soar to rock bottom.
I used to have my arms crossed all the time, shoulders hunched, and I looked at the ground when I walked.
I never, ever used to smile in pictures. I guess one day I decided to hate my teeth. I didn’t even try one of those smiles where you dont show your teeth. I just had a straight face. It looks terrible in all my old pictures.
I stayed home a lot, was depressed, and didnt see beauty in myself anywhere.

Now I’m completely different, after this summer. Now, I walk with my head held high, arms by my sides. I don’t get intimidated as easily. Sometimes I notice a lifeguard looking at me and become flattered. I still havent reached the point where I would smile back at a lifeguard, but you know. I’m getting there…fast.
Now I can look in mirrors or in pictures and think I’m pretty. It sounds self-absorbed now but this is new to me. I like the way I am now. I think there’s something unique about the way I look, and it’s not a bad thing. And, I think there’s something loveable about my personality.

Also, I used to dwell on the past all the time, trying to figure out what things meant that I’ve done before and who I was then. It’s weird, I can’t explain it, and I don’t know why I did it. Now I’m more of a forward thinker. I’m more optimistic now.

There’s a few things I’d still like to change about myself, but there will always be flaws, and I’ll always be growing. I may even like my flaws now. It makes me more real, I suppose. 4 years ago

Tonight was a great night.
I went to a local concert and just was myself without worrying. Usually, I would have felt extremely out of place wearing my striped shirt and ballet flats (when surrounded by guys in girls’ jeans and black tshirts.) But I really didnt care tonight…it wasn’t a big deal if they liked my clothes or not. Instead, I just let my personality shine. I talked to some people I wouldn’t usually talk to (strangers.) Some random guy asked for a picture with me and my friend, which was cool. The lead singer of a band just came right up in my face and sang. And afterwards…we stuck around and got to meet some band members! It was so much fun…and I want to go to more concerts now to get to know more people! :) 4 years ago

I think daily I’m learning more about my life. Good and bad things. I’m more sure of myself now. 4 years ago

Today, I was looking at a picture of myself with a friend. Then I thought to myself, “Who do I see? I see myself. What do I see in myself?” And this is what I saw:

-A fun, loveable girl who people love to be around

-She has surrounded herself with successful people, and would not change her friends for the entire world.

-She’s generous and considerate of other people’s thoughts and feelings. Sometimes, she can be a little too nice. She’s still learning that you can’t please everyone, and it’s ok to think of yourself first in some situations.

-Although she is caring and sweet, she is surprisingly strong on the inside. She manages to keep a level head during some of life’s toughest struggles, (including death) and for this reason, her friends often rely on her. She has been known to be the “anchor” of the group, and always knows “just the right thing to say.”

-This girl could give herself a little more credit. She’s smart and talented. And although she’s not sure what she’s going to do with her future, it’s sure to be a bright one.

-She’s come out of a very low self-esteem and is starting to love herself as a person. She’s taught herself to stand up straight and keep her head up. She’s still learning that your self-image should not be based only on what is on the outside. Even if it was, she’s actually starting to accept her own unique beauty and embracing her features.

-She has family and friends that adore her. All she needs is someone to be in love with. She has self-respect and patience to wait for the right person.

-She’s drug and alcohol free.

-She was a girl with a fulfilled childhood, including traveling to different countries and experiencing many simple (and neccessary) things with her family that others still haven’t done in their lives.

-Usually, this girl is quiet when first meeting people. But once a person gets to know her, they’ll discover her truly warm and inviting personality. People will love her sarcastic humor and wit.

-She has good morals. She’ll never, ever judge a friend by any actions, thoughts, feelings, opinions. She’s usually pretty open-minded. She knows first-hand that life is not always fair. She’s an excellent person to talk to because she is trustworthy, patient, understanding and a good listener.

-Although this girl is unsure about a few things about herself, generally she likes her personality and image. Now, she just has to stop worrying about what everyone else thinks. Everyday, this goal seems less out-of-reach. Everyday she gets stronger.

:) 4 years ago

I am more sure of myself now. I’m getting to know myself better. I’m just not sure whether or not I believe in some things. I think that’s because sometimes I let other people’s opinions influence my own too easily. But I’m still working on that… 4 years ago

I think I’m gradually starting to feel comfortable with myself. I stand up straight and look up without thinking about it now. I also find I’m getting to know myself better. I’m finding little things that I’m annoyed by, things I never thought I loved, habits I didn’t know I had. I never knew I got jealous so easily. I’ve noticed lately how much I think about the things other people have that I don’t. I need to work on that. But anyway, at least now I’m more comfortable around mirrors and things like that. :) 4 years ago