What is perfection? Being perfect. We all want to be perfect, because perfect is considered the best, it is socially acceptable. Being a perfect boy and a perfect girl is what everyone thrives for. But you know what the reality is, no one is perfect, I am not and isn’t imperfect the new perfect in today’s time. Everyone including you and I take so much stress every single day to look perfect and in that process, we forget who we are in real.
No filter
I wanted to be called perfect from such a long time until I realized there is no such thing as being perfect. Do you even know the exact definition of perfection? NO! We see this word in accordance with the standards set by the society. What we fail to understand is we are perfect in our own unique way. You can be your own definition of being perfect which might be imperfect to other people, but it does not matter right? One more thing which I fail to understand is why being imperfect or having imperfections is bad. If you ask me, imperfect is beautiful. Having pimples, acne, dark skin tone, short or extremely long height, being extremely thin or fat, having a huge nose, ears, short hair, long hair, marks on your body, stretch marks, why are these things considered as imperfections in the first place.
I have dark circles, I have blackheads and whiteheads, I have spots, I have pores, I get a pimple every now and then, I have few areas which has discoloration, I have hair on my face, I have blemishes. It’s normal! I can’t believe we have to try so hard to love this skin that we’ve been given. These things are a part of who you are, you should be proud of it rather than abiding by the standards set by the society. Do not try to be perfect as to what others have defined. Try to be you!
It is really important to love yourself from within. It took a very long time for me to answer this question – “Why can’t we love ourselves the way we are”? Why do we need constant validation and acceptance from others to decide whether we look good and perfect or not? I have never applied makeup, per se, but whenever I have to click pictures and make videos, I get ready, put on a nice tint on my lips, and use Instagram or Snapchat filters for my videos and pictures because at the back of my head I keep thinking, if I post raw pictures or videos, people might not like me. And I guess a lot of you might be getting the same thoughts most of the time.
Now, honestly if you would have questioned me a year and a half ago, I was scared to post raw pictures and videos of mine because I thought people would see my imperfections and make fun of me. I had that fear in my mind since I was in school because people used to point out and say nasty comments sometimes indirectly or directly about how I look, my dusky skin tone, having pimples, about how big my nose is or comment on my small lips. Even during my college days I used to face such comments from people at times. But now, I do not need acceptance from anyone, I edit my pictures because I love editing and I do not make myself look like a different person all together. I have seen tools on editing apps which can resize the shape of your body and structure of your face. That is not at all required. Editing means to enhance the colors and aesthetics of yours pictures to make it look much more beautiful and appealing to others and not to change the way you look.
We are all humans. Our bodies are going through so much already, don’t shame your skin just because it’s not flawless. My mental health gets disturbed sometimes because of insecurities of all these ‘flaws’, but I try to accept myself the way I am. Its a slow process..baby steps.
You know the problem here is before doing anything in this world we think about others, how others will see or judge us, will they accept us the way we are or not. Why? Last I checked, it is your body, your choice. And again, you don’t need acceptance from anyone but yourself. I am not saying doing makeup or using filters is a bad thing but doing it for the purpose of gaining validation from others and having that insecurity of not being liked or accepted is not the right thing to do. You put on makeup to enhance your inner confidence and beauty, you show off your curves whether you have a slim body or a little on the heavier side without thinking about anyone else, wear sexy heels or sneakers irrespective if you have a short height or a tall one and that is when you know that you are on the right path.
Tell me one thing when you send goofy snaps on snapchat to your best friends, video calling them even if you are looking way too messy, do you even think for a second that your best friends and your family will judge you? No, you don’t, that’s the kind of mind set you should have in general, be yourself, don’t worry if some people might not like you the way you are, because not everyone can like you, it’s not practically possible right.
I still need to work on this thing which goes inside my head, that insecurity.. almost 60% out of 100 is gone, that 40% is still there and I think with time I might get over that as well. I know you will say it is easier said than done. But hey, I didn’t come all this way in just a blink of an eye, it took me months, years to reach to the point I am at currently and still I am working on my insecurities. Just love yourself, build this habit of self-love. Mind you, self-love does not mean obsessing over yourself, showing attitude or arrogance, it means loving and knowing yourself inside out and giving yourself the acceptance, you seek from others.
Give yourself a break and love yourself. If our family and friends can love us just the way we are, why can’t we?
Lots of Love
KG
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3 July 2021
Beautiful written.
3 July 2021
She is such a special girl for us! Perfect the way she is in all the imperfections she claims she has. Our wonderful young bird is flying now and apart from being a Lawyer is an amazing writer too! 🧚🏼♂️🪄
3 July 2021
Beautiful definitions of perfect and imperfect but all cteations of god are perfect in tatality it is critical human eye which looks at shortcomings to say it is imerfect perfection is what gives your own mind a satisfaction your concept are beyond a certain mindset which may be used tofinding faults in perfection look forward to reading more articles to give a new angle best wishes
3 July 2021
Couldn’t agree more with what has been said. Flawlessness and perfectionism are imposed by society which makes us chase unattainable goals and never be satisfied. For me a perfect person is someone who makes his or her imperfections shine as if they were the most valuable assets. Congrats Kalyani, wishing you to find your own unique path and always believe in your inner self. 👍🌹🏆
3 July 2021
Beautifully written! 👏 Keep writing, doll! ❤️
3 July 2021
True, written beautifully. I am so happy and excited for this new chapter in your life. Wish you all the best for all your future endeavours 🎉
3 July 2021
Imperfect itself spells ” I’m Perfect ” Perfectly & beautifully expressed… Looking forward to read more from you. Keep writing ✍ ❤
3 July 2021
❤️🙌🏻
3 July 2021
Loved your article,keep writing it
3 July 2021
Little girl is grown up what a beautiful article keep writing
3 July 2021
Amazingg😻❣️
3 July 2021
Very well written, Keep writing…look forward to read more of your blogs💕 God bless you.
3 July 2021
So well written..gives a completely new gen perspective to being imperfectly perfect. You are beautiful inside-out. Keep writing 🤗
3 July 2021
Loved it totally!♥️👏 More pen power to you..✍️😘
3 July 2021
The day we accept our imperfections, we would become better / kinder / accepting human beings… very nicely written KG. Happy to see that u want to take ur imperfections as perfection… 60% there is good … get to 100% and become awesome..
3 July 2021
Very well written 😍 looking forward to read more of your articles.
3 July 2021
My little girl, now a Lawyer, has grownup…………. Perfectly
3 July 2021
Well said, Amazing article 😍
3 July 2021
Beautifully written Kalyani !! ❤️
3 July 2021
Great 👌 Keep these memories as steps as you move ahead. Be a true person to yourself,that shines and,leaves you forever warmed by its afterglow. Maybe today,it is your parents,your teachers,friends, colleague, someone older, patient and wise,who who understood and understand you see the world as a more profound place to see through your youth and impassioned self. Some day you will look back,when insights fade,and your busy life you look back ,some questions will still haunt you,there will be rekindled relationship. Keep your smile , always.
3 July 2021
Yes, this is soo soo true. In order to lead a happy life, we all need to love ourselves. I know it’s very difficult to execute it but when we will reach that point, we will lead a path of pure happiness. I’m really really proud of you. Keep it up. ♥️♥️♥️
3 July 2021
This is so beautifully written ❤️ You’re amazing😊🌸 Shine bright!
3 July 2021
Well said. Awesome great job Waiting for more articles like this ❤❤
3 July 2021
Amazing article😍
3 July 2021
This is soo beautifully written ❤️ Keep up the good work girl 🙌 More power to you 🥰 #imperfectlyperfect
3 July 2021
Great!!!!
3 July 2021
Well said and it’s really true❤️ Loved your article😍 Waiting for more such amazing articles✨
3 July 2021
Absolutely…the only way to be is yourself.. There is a famous quote by Oscar Wilde : “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”
3 July 2021
There is always perfection in imperfection. The only problem is people tend to think about what others will think of them rather than loving themselves. Self love is necessary. You’re beautiful, more power to you. Good luck with your blog! 💕
3 July 2021
You have done a great job girl, it is so true. Keep writing more amazing articles like this.❤️💕