Manicures help.
An issue I have dealt with is not feeling feminine. As a chef, I haven't been able to dress up, do my hair, have my nails done, wear jewelry, wear cute clothes, etc. I've been "one of the guys" for a few years now. I just haven't had many opportunities to be a lady, and I'm not going to lie, it's worn on me.
It's interesting how much it has affected my self esteem. I haven't felt good about myself. I wanted to be girly, and look nice. More importantly, I wanted to feel like I was taking care of myself and that I mattered. But it didn't fit into my lifestyle.
That is something I am changing. This week, I have gotten my hair dyed (I'm a redhead now!) and I had a manicure and pedicure. My hair looks awesome, and so I like showing it off. It's a HUGE deal for me to get a manicure. The last time I actually got a manicure was just over two year ago for my sister's wedding. My nails never look nice. They're short and dirty a lot of times because of the kitchen. But no more. I get to have nice nails.
Nice hair and nails is making me want to wear nice clothes, and make sure my makeup is done. I am taking time for me, to feel beautiful, and I love it! It's a part of me feeling like I am worth the happy life I deserve. It's part of beating the blues.
I'm winning.
posted by ME @ 9:12 PM
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1 Comments:
Love this. Good for you. Can I tell you my new favorite beauty secret? It's called a "shellac manicure." I pay about $25, and the manicure lasts for a month. Manicures usually only last me a few days before they start chipping, but with a shellac manicure, they put your nails under a little light that bakes the polish on... idk, it's great. Anyway, I've been having those done, and, yeah, it's this strange self-esteem booster. A pretty little thing I like about myself. Even when the rest of my is disgusting (ie today) my nails look delightful. Just a thought.
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