Beautifully Beautiful

What is beauty?

Beauty isn't all about looks. Although it is beauty, it's not all that. Beauty through my eyes is someone who inspires and makes things seem likable. I've seen girls who'd turn heads. And girls who'd make people shake heads. And girls who'd do both. What I'm saying is, there are those who got a pretty face, a sexy body, and an awful personality. Beauty: someone who has a pretty face, a sexy body, someone who's a smart ass, witty, endearing, adorable, fierce, talented, and so on. But is that it? I've seen girls who don't look as "beautiful" (according to what media dictates) but are so damn beautiful! Confused? One doesn't need to be someone who looks like a fox or an angel. Beauty is seen inside. Media has distorted the meaning of beauty. But it doesn't mean our standards must be compromised. I'm speaking to those whose minds are shallow. And to those who've been called "ugly" for their outward appearance. Also, to those whose minds think that they are so beautiful and forget what real beauty is about. It doesn't mean we won't strive to become beautiful outside. But we must understand what real beauty is, and strive to be beautiful inside as well. Flaws are inevitable. Because no one is perfect. But to look beyond the flaws of a person and to see the heart is so much better. Love not because you see a beautiful face, but because you see a beautiful heart. Guys, don't be shallow. Even the "ugliest" people steal hearts and make the most beautiful memories. Stop discriminating. Girls want to be loved for who they are, not for what they look. Girls, you are beautiful. And some girls, don't let it get to your head. It's no one's fault we were born to look this way (ugly/beautiful). My message: don't be shallow, don't discriminate, don't think you're ugly, don't think you're too beautiful. And about fashion, if shopping makes you happy because it just does, good. Go ahead. Fashion is a way to express your personality, your passion, your flair. And it makes you feel alive (I would know). But if you shop only so you'll brag about it or because you think you're not beautiful without these, stop. You're wasting time and money. I am a shopaholic too. I love clothes, shoes, accessories, make-up, bags, SHOPS! Wait, I'm changing AM to WAS. I thought of all these, and tried to keep myself from spending all my money on shopping. It was definitely a challenge for me. I avoided passing by shops I love. I'll be honest. It was hard. But I did it! And I'm proud of it. Now, I shop only twice a month. It's a work in progress. And now, I can go to malls wearing a simple tee and jeans/shorts with no/little make-up on and feel fabulous. It's a way of thinking. Just be confident about yourself and understand the real meaning of beauty. That's the trick. You don't need people to tell you you're ugly or beautiful. If your heart is beautiful, don't give a damn to what others say.

Beauty is skin deep.
Cliche, but true.

So, be lovely. Be beautifully beautiful.

*It doesn't only apply to girls. Guys, listen.

Love,
ANDREA