BE YOURSELF – You Are Beautiful
From the playful five-year-old twirling in front of a mirror to the wise woman of fifty embracing her grace, the desire to feel beautiful is universal. But in a world where beauty is bottled and sold, we often forget a simple truth – real beauty isn’t something you apply, it’s something you cultivate.
The Perfect Body? No, the Perfect You!
We admire the sleek frame of a “Simran,” but let’s not forget the timeless charm of a “Jyothika.” Beauty comes in all shapes, and the secret isn’t a number on a scale – it’s how you feel in your own skin. Flexibility, vitality, and confidence will always outshine any “zero size” goal.
So, get moving! Whether it’s yoga at sunrise, dancing like no one’s watching, swimming, or just playing outdoors, keep your body active. Even household chores count – who knew mopping the floor could be a fitness hack? Pair movement with mindful eating: fresh fruits, nuts, and home-cooked meals will do more for your glow than any fancy diet. Ditch the junk food, and your body will thank you.
Glow Up – The Real Way
Let’s be honest, fairness creams and magic potions are overrated. Some of the most stunning celebrities have darker complexions, proving that true beauty isn’t about skin tone – it’s about confidence and character.
Want radiant skin? Start with the basics. Avoid direct sun between 11 AM and 3 PM, stay hydrated with water, tender coconut, or buttermilk, and opt for breathable cotton clothes. Air-conditioned dryness? Combat it with minimal soap use and a pre-bath coconut oil massage.
Pimples? They’re a teenage rite of passage. But if things get out of hand, a dermatologist is your best friend. Are dark circles making you look like an overworked detective? Reduce screen time, get enough sleep, splash your eyes with water frequently, and rock those sunglasses outdoors. Simple habits, big results.
The Beauty That Lasts Forever
Here’s a beauty tip no product can offer: feed your mind and soul. Read, learn, and embrace wisdom. A well-nourished mind gives you the strength to face anything with grace, and that inner calm? It shines right through.
So, ladies, forget unrealistic standards. Be active, be healthy, be kind – be yourself. The most beautiful version of you is the one that’s real, radiant, and unapologetically YOU.
About the Author
Dr. V. Selvasooriya, an MBBS, MD graduate from Stanley Medical College, is a healer by profession and a poet at heart. When she’s not organizing health camps with Rotary or penning insightful articles, she’s crafting Tamil verses on wellness – all while acing motherhood!
