I'm Lauren from Pocket Rocket (this is my lj account which I never use anymore) and I just wanted to say that is a brilliant post and made me tear up a little. I'm really shocked and honoured that I may have helped you in some way, even if it was only a little bit. (And that you put me with Gabi and Sakina, who are like queens, wtf! heh)
It's taken a long time for me to get to the point where I can wear some of the things that I do, and occasionally I do feel down about my body and stuff - I don't think it's avoidable in this society. But never stop trying. It's not neccessarily about "loving" your body as it is about not actively hating it. And fashion is about self expression, it's an extension of your personality so wear what the hell you like.
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I'm Lauren from Pocket Rocket (this is my lj account which I never use anymore) and I just wanted to say that is a brilliant post and made me tear up a little. I'm really shocked and honoured that I may have helped you in some way, even if it was only a little bit. (And that you put me with Gabi and Sakina, who are like queens, wtf! heh)
It's taken a long time for me to get to the point where I can wear some of the things that I do, and occasionally I do feel down about my body and stuff - I don't think it's avoidable in this society. But never stop trying. It's not neccessarily about "loving" your body as it is about not actively hating it. And fashion is about self expression, it's an extension of your personality so wear what the hell you like.
Oh my gawd, essay times! Anyway: SHOES.