People's unsolicited judgements of our bodies is a kind of emotional violence. Our bodies aren't public property to be discussed through another person's judgemental lense. I often think, as it's happening, "Bold of you to assume I'm interested in your thoughts on this matter when what I care about is how hard my beautiful body is working to move me through the world" or less eloquently "Eff off" but, unlike the eejit sharing their judgements so freely, I have a filter so dont say them out loud. Thank you for writing and expressing this so beautifully. I hear you, truly.
This is beautifully written. The body as a map rather than a list of flaws. Reframing stretch marks, moles, and birthmarks into landmarks is so powerful. Thank you for sharing this perspective. It’s a reminder we all need.
this article is really beautifully written. for everyone struggling with their body and needing to find the beauty in it. It’s so important to love your own body, but yet for many of us not easy. Especially when other people tell you there anything not „right“. It’s only rude and disrespectful. So thank you for sharing your thoughts on this ❤️
Wow! That's some honest words. Thanks for the advice, thanks for the knowledge shared in such a way that I can't explain 🫶🏻just feel it and understand. That was amazing. My heart is full now. Thank you.
I truly loved reading this! I absolutely loved the part “birthmarks indicate where a person was kissed the most in their past life” and how you relate it to your body and loving yourself through insecurity.
I’ve recently started using my body as a map and what a wonderful discover it is.
When I read this piece, there was so much calmness and connection that I felt like you truly embody resonance through your words. ♡
This is a very beautiful piece. You have mentioned every flaw as a blessing which you have received. Well, that takes a lot of courage, strength and confidence. Keep it up!
Your imagery is breathtaking. The way you turn insecurities into "corporeal landmarks" feels both intimate and universal. I love your vocabulary, especially phrases like "wholly patent" and "corporeal landmarks," which elevate the piece with such precision and elegance.
Such a beautiful and vulnerable piece 🥹🤍. Thank you so much for sharing. I find it such a lovely thought that our birthmarks are the places where we were kissed the most in previous lifetimes. I have two in my cheek areas. I hope you continue to see yourself as the perfectly imperfect human masterpiece that you are. No matter what anyone else (even your own mind) your insecurities are part of what makes you beautiful.
This is so beautifully written — I love the metaphor of your body as a map. The way you describe stretch marks as waves and birthmarks as landmarks feels powerful and tender. Thank you for sharing something so raw and transforming it into art!!
Beautiful!! I also learned to love my features this way. I love that every detail of my body was passed down by my ancestors. It’s actually so cool. Also, I hate when people make comments about other people’s appearance like that. I personally feel that attraction is subjective (though we are all impacted by society and what society tells us is attractive). But what is considered “conventionally attractive” is constantly changing. The features I was teased for as a kid suddenly became cool when I was an adult. Anyway, love this, what an excellent message!
Thank you so much, I’m so glad you enjoyed! It is so cool that our features are the product of our ancestors, that we represent those who came before us :)
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People's unsolicited judgements of our bodies is a kind of emotional violence. Our bodies aren't public property to be discussed through another person's judgemental lense. I often think, as it's happening, "Bold of you to assume I'm interested in your thoughts on this matter when what I care about is how hard my beautiful body is working to move me through the world" or less eloquently "Eff off" but, unlike the eejit sharing their judgements so freely, I have a filter so dont say them out loud. Thank you for writing and expressing this so beautifully. I hear you, truly.
thank you so much, I really appreciate it :)
This is beautifully written. The body as a map rather than a list of flaws. Reframing stretch marks, moles, and birthmarks into landmarks is so powerful. Thank you for sharing this perspective. It’s a reminder we all need.
I’m so glad you enjoyed! Thank you for taking the time to read my work <3
So beautiful
thank you 🩶
this article is really beautifully written. for everyone struggling with their body and needing to find the beauty in it. It’s so important to love your own body, but yet for many of us not easy. Especially when other people tell you there anything not „right“. It’s only rude and disrespectful. So thank you for sharing your thoughts on this ❤️
thank you so much ❤️
I love the way you used allegories. Your writing carried me away. It happens to me very rarely, keep it up. New subscriber here.
thank you so much, that means a lot to me <3
Loved it so much. The imagery, the metaphor. It made me smile about my insecurities; we forget how unique we all are <3
I’m so glad this piece made you smile, thank you for taking the time to read it 🫶
Wow! That's some honest words. Thanks for the advice, thanks for the knowledge shared in such a way that I can't explain 🫶🏻just feel it and understand. That was amazing. My heart is full now. Thank you.
thank you so much, that made my day 😊
I truly loved reading this! I absolutely loved the part “birthmarks indicate where a person was kissed the most in their past life” and how you relate it to your body and loving yourself through insecurity.
I’ve recently started using my body as a map and what a wonderful discover it is.
When I read this piece, there was so much calmness and connection that I felt like you truly embody resonance through your words. ♡
I’m so glad you enjoyed! Thank you for reading & for your kind words 🫶
This is a very beautiful piece. You have mentioned every flaw as a blessing which you have received. Well, that takes a lot of courage, strength and confidence. Keep it up!
thank you so much :)
Your imagery is breathtaking. The way you turn insecurities into "corporeal landmarks" feels both intimate and universal. I love your vocabulary, especially phrases like "wholly patent" and "corporeal landmarks," which elevate the piece with such precision and elegance.
that means so much to me, thank you <3
Such a beautiful and vulnerable piece 🥹🤍. Thank you so much for sharing. I find it such a lovely thought that our birthmarks are the places where we were kissed the most in previous lifetimes. I have two in my cheek areas. I hope you continue to see yourself as the perfectly imperfect human masterpiece that you are. No matter what anyone else (even your own mind) your insecurities are part of what makes you beautiful.
birthmarks are such a beautiful thing. Thank you for reading & sharing your thoughts <3
This felt like a hug in words. Thank you for sharing so honestly.
that’s so kind, thank you ☺️
This is so beautifully written — I love the metaphor of your body as a map. The way you describe stretch marks as waves and birthmarks as landmarks feels powerful and tender. Thank you for sharing something so raw and transforming it into art!!
thank you for your kinds words, I’m so happy that you enjoyed my work <3
Beautiful!! I also learned to love my features this way. I love that every detail of my body was passed down by my ancestors. It’s actually so cool. Also, I hate when people make comments about other people’s appearance like that. I personally feel that attraction is subjective (though we are all impacted by society and what society tells us is attractive). But what is considered “conventionally attractive” is constantly changing. The features I was teased for as a kid suddenly became cool when I was an adult. Anyway, love this, what an excellent message!
Thank you so much, I’m so glad you enjoyed! It is so cool that our features are the product of our ancestors, that we represent those who came before us :)
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