^ Look what I found written on an ugly bathroom stall door yesterday.

It encouraged me and brightened my day. I hadn’t cared to put on any make-up that morning (I was just attending class, and there is no one to impress) and that always leaves me feeling rather dowdy. But reading that changed my perspective on how I looked.

There is something about sincerely told that “you look beautiful” or “you are looking good today” that just makes me feel beautiful.

For all the girls and women out there, I just wanted you to know that that message is as much for you as it is for me.

I hope you feel beautiful today. Regardless of the make-up that is or isn’t on your face; despite where your clothes are from (whether it was BCBG Max Azria, Jacob, Walmart, the Thrift Store); regardless any imperfections (acne, scars, wrinkles); and regardless of how well your body and face does or doesn’t meet societies unrealistic standards of “attractiveness.”

I truly believe their is goodness in us all. I also believe there is beauty in the inside and on the outside of all of us.

If you hear something often enough you start to believe it. Good or bad. When you see yourself in the mirror, stop constantly picking out your imperfections. Try accepting compliments when they are given to you, instead of brushing them off. Try telling yourself “I am beautiful.”

Just try it.