Learning to Love Yourself

appreciation



New Video up on YouTube talking about learning to love yourself, filming this video was prompted by reading some of the comments on a recent FB comment thread within a plus size group.  This video is meant for anyone who is struggling with accepting who they are or finding it hard to love themselves.  I hope that you reach out....

I'm here xx

Jumpsuits for ALL!

#empowerment
Miss Laura of "What Laura Loves" suffered some awful treatment recently following +Simply Be posting a link to one of her recent blog posts in which she is reviewing one of their beautiful jumpsuits.
I was shocked & saddened by the harsh words that some our fellow plus size beauties were using to justify what they described as "honesty" & "constructive criticism" towards Laura's choice of outfit. Some just commented on the fact that the jumpsuit didn't suit her or did nothing for her but the words were harsh and sometimes just plain mean! Regardless of your opinion you are commenting on someone's appearance therefore people's feelings come into play.
I am pro-opinions but there is a way of saying things to people which doesn't cause unnecessary hurt. All opinions are valid, but have you ever stopped to think how the person on the receiving end feels about your opinion. Freedom of speech is a powerful thing - but it also provides an easy way to hide behind that very same saying.  

Maybe Laura didn't want our opinions, maybe she felt good in what she was wearing and wanted to share that or what's more maybe she just wanted to review the blinkin' jumpsuit!?
Hearing people tear strips off her was not nice, it wasn't kind and what did it achieve....nothing!  So why do it?
Personally, I think Laura looked fabulous in her jumpsuit, her hair and makeup complimented her mega watt smile and she should have been seen as an inspiration to all PS ladies out there by showing that we can wear whatever the hell we want and still look damn fabulous. So, in support of her I asked a bunch of Plus Size Blogger & Model babes to share some of their jumpsuit/playsuit pictures to prove that this fashion item is not solely for the slim figured beauties but for ALL!
We are all rocking our curves in these outfits and we are unashamed of how society sees us. We feel beautiful therefore we ARE beautiful...
#wearethethey & we love a jumpsuit!!
  
Big thanks to the following beauties for sharing their gorgeous pics with us;
Sally Anne Wills
Daniella Smith
Stephanie Yeboah
Kathryn Kaupa
Lucie Fapoosy
Claire Hynes
Sarah Doyle
Becky Brown
Sam Rowswell
Lottie Moor
Hanna Wears
Lisa Bohm
Betty Pamper
Becky Barnes
Lucy Earnshaw
&
Laura Ferry

No Shade Zone

#empowerment #bodyconfidence #selflove #acceptance #allgirlsrock #everybodyisbeautiful #nohatezone #spreadlove #wearethethey #psbloggers

Positivity invokes positivity but the flip side to that is that negativity breeds negativity.

Tearing strips of each other will never make us stronger. However a kind comment, well placed speaks volumes.

I believe in boosting each other up, empowering others to realise their true beauty, supporting others in their own journeys and spreading love where ever I can.

No one of us are the same as another so we should be celebrating our individuality.

You will never find any shade being thrown here. You are all beautiful and there is plenty of space for us all to exist happily without having to step on each other or beat each other down to big ourselves up. It's neither warranted nor necessary!

Be kind...it's free!

One love <3 Xx

Roller....Coaster.....

feel good
Hey there Kittens,

Woah, these last few weeks/months have been a total roller coaster.

I have had so much good news, opportunities, some blips but mostly positive things.  Blogging has unfortunately had to take a back seat during this whirlwind, but I fully intend to get back into the swing of things.

The next few posts will be some highlights for you :)  hope you enjoy....

Life is good right now...

...can't nothing bring me down! :)


Positivity

communication

It's not always easy to keep the smile on your face, but I always try to find those little things that can help brighten my mood instantly.

When I am down I try to find the good out of the situation. I am a firm believer in "everything happens for a reason."  We may not understand that concept fully and many people say that thinking like that is easier said than done especially when life has thrown you a crap hand for so long.

I agree, but I like to think that in every situation there are multi options, we chose whichever route seems best at the time.  It may be the case that that route is actually more of a detour or diversion on the intended route but it will bring you out to the same destination none the less, although it may take a little longer. Kinda like a curve ball. You may need to make a series of decision detours to end up at your desired destination but life is what ever you want it to be. Only you are in charge of your own destiny, so why not spend your time looking for the good and positive things rather than allowing your inner demons to drag you down.

You can and will get though whatever life throws at you.

You are strong, resilient & worth more.

Hey, the situation you just threw my way...yeah that one...it sucks but I refuse to let it beat me down. I will do better.

I leave you with one thing...

Communication

In times of darkness you could try and find the light at the end of the tunnel by yourself but if you need a hand to help you through...I am here!

You may not know me but I would love to know you and I may not be able to fix your problems, but I can be an ear to listen or a friend if you need me.

Just drop me a line...

...I never want you to feel like you are alone in this world... so please know that you are not!

Sometimes just talking it through with someone or venting can be a help so rather than dismiss it entirely...why not try it? What have you got to lose from talking about it?

Xx