When I first started on this journey of writing more I took some time to reflect and did some deep soul searching. For most of my life, I’ve been the underdog. I’ve learned more about myself in these 3 months than I have my entire life. I’ve learned that I love being the underdog. I love the pressure. It’s forcing me to push myself more and really break out of my comfort zone. Being in quarantine has forced me to really take a look at some things in my life.

I am comfortable in my skin. The person I am today is the only person I want to be. My only mission is to be the best version of myself. I am comfortable in my own skin. I love the shell that surrounds the beauty that is inside me. My reality is different from the reality of others and I embrace that. I look the way I do because I am uniquely created. That in itself is a blessing to celebrate.

I exercise and eat healthily to take care of myself. I avoid being coaxed by external influences to have a certain body type. The societal illusion of perfection very rarely has an impact on me. I am only focused on being the best me. My accomplishments make me happy. Even
when they are less sensational than those of my peers, I am content. They are mine and that is enough. I avoid comparing my stage in life to that of anyone else.

My peace of mind comes from knowing that what I have is made just for me. In my career, patience enables me to be diligent in whichever role I am assigned. I am comfortable in my job because I know I put my all into it. But there comes a time when I have to step out of my comfort zone and do what others say is impossible. Today, I embrace the person I am, inside and out. Each situation I am faced with allows me to give of my best self and that is enough for me. I am proud of my reality.
Self-Reflection Questions:
1. How do I respond to those who try to make me feel dissatisfied with my life or myself?
2. How do I handle feelings of insecurity?
3. Which areas of my life would I like to improve?