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YOU ARE STRONG AND POWERFUL.

V • Fri, Jul 08

I want to write a (not so) quick blurb about feeling inadequate. For the past year, I have felt defeated. I have driven my own self confidence to the ground. I had temporarily ruined my relationship with my boyfriend because of my insecurities. I have absolutely hated myself. Looking in the mirror was a challenge, and even thinking too hard made me cry. I felt inadequate. I felt as though I couldn't amount to anything. I lost all hope. I had lost the energy to do anything. I lost the courage to get out of bed.

I recently went through some self discovery, and I am feeling better than ever. Sure, I struggle some days. But I have regained the power I had lost. Reading was always my number one priority. Battling with depression made it so I couldn't even read a page without feeling discouraged. I finished a book two days ago. It may not seem like a big accomplishment at surface value, but I was able to fully commit to something. It gave me the confidence boost I needed. I feel truly inspired to grab hold of life and fully embrace it. I am ready continue finishing books. Or taking a cooking class. Or become the next big actress!

We as women can do ANYTHING we set our minds to. Don't let yourselves fall in the cracks like I did. If you're down there right now, know that you WILL succeed. You are strong. You are brilliant. You are beautiful.

Here's a picture of me! Drop down any selfies and one thing you love about yourself!