Quoting The Quote

Hi all,

I know you all have been waiting for a blog post for a few days now, but not to worry because here I am! 

I've been going around in circles deciding on what to write about this week. Not that I'm lacking topics; there are so many awesome brands out there that I'd love to show you and comment on. But, I guess what's been knowing at my brain the most is our perception of how we look in pictures. Let me get a bit more into this:

Why is it that we automatically have the most critical eye when we're looking at our own reflection? I gotta tell you, it's amazing how many of you all love my blog and tell me again and again how much you appreciate the work I do; but wouldn't be caught dead posing as my model for a day! Now why is that? I get the exposure factor; we all end up facing it from time to time when we go on our all inclusive vacations or at our annual pool parties, and we're happy to pose for pictures then. So why is it that the possibility of someone actually seeing us online make it so terrifying? 

Think about it: we have no problem posting endless pictures of ourselves on social media, a lot of times pictures that are less than flattering. But a little more skin exposure leads to a complete mental block... what exactly is it that we feel we hide behind our clothes?

Now, I know you all may not think that swimsuit pictures are appropriate for social media. And fair enough. Perhaps we don't want to be exposed in our most vulnerable outfit. But here's the thing: if we're willing to go out in public wearing our swimsuits, aren't we exposed already? And what exactly is the point of putting on a swimsuit? Is it to enjoy an activity around water, or to wait on other people's judgements?

All I'm saying is that I would love for you all to put your doubts and fears aside and rock your swimsuits. Always. Whether someone is taking your picture, or you're just out relaxing in the sun, your attitude should not change. And even if you think you look horrible (you don't!), I can guarantee you there will be more people who disagree with your opinion than you think. Again, we want to be friendly to ourselves, not critics.

Before I go, there's a quote I'd like to share with you all from an account I follow on Instagram called The Good Quote. Sometimes all we need is for someone to word things in a way we can understand and relate, ao I'm quoting the quote! Hope that, after reading this, you all understand where I'm coming from, and think about sunsets before criticizing your photos.

Wishing you all a fabulous week ahead!