Dress nice and feel nice

I love dressing nice because I feel good about myself when I do. I rarely put make up on because I’m not good at it all and my hair is usually messy (kudos to those of you who are talented at this and take time to do hair and makeup), but when I put some make up on and my hair is straightened, I feel so good about myself. I feel more confident, have more energy, and I stand up straighter with a better posture.

I’m a huge shoe lover.  I am 5.1 and I have a long torse and short legs. Heels had been my best friend since I can remember. In the Japanese manga “Flowers Over Boys”, there is a nice quote that the main girl was impressed with, “If you wear a nice pair of shoes, the shoes will take you somewhere nice”. I’m a big believer on that and I have “good luck shoes” for interviews and important business meetings.

No need to buy expensive brand name clothes to look good for yourself.

Most of the clothes I buy are very cheap. (I’m not against brand name quality clothes. They last longer and of course those clothes make you feel amazing too!)

At home, I’m usually wearing yoga clothes, but even yoga clothes, I pick the ones I like and I buy my favorite brands of yoga attires when they are on sale. 

Dressing nice can be a form of self care.

You take time to pick the clothes you want for the day even though it’s not a special day. But you do that to take care of yourself. Often, we think that we dress nice to impress others, but what is wrong with impressing ourselves?

I take extra time to look good for myself when I’m struggling and stressed out. Even though I’m crying and struggling inside, when I look at the mirror, at least I look good and that helps to keep me going.

What makes you feel good about yourself?

The most important thing is finding out what makes you feel good when taking time to look good. Everyone is different and as long as you are happy with what you like, that’s what's important (of course TPO is something to be considered).

It is a good idea to start thinking about what makes you smile and feel good when you look certain ways- favorite clothes, make-up, hair style/colors, shoes, hats and even jewelry and accessories. Also, don't forget to stand up straight with a better posture!

Om, Shanti Shanti Shanti