Finding Comfort in Your Own Skin: & Those "Nothing to Wear" Days

We all have those days when nothing in our closet seems to fit right. You stand in front of the mirror, staring at your reflection, feeling uncomfortable, stressed, and anxious. The clothes that usually make you feel great suddenly become the reason why you’re so upset. But let's talk about the importance of your mental space during these moments and how a few pieces of advice from my parents helped me navigate them.

1. Turn Away from the Mirror:

If the ‘mirror’ feels like it's lying to you today, it's perfectly okay to stop looking in it. Just think about it – if someone were lying to your face, you wouldn't just sit there listening to more of it, would you? The mirror is a reflection of yourself, and on days when it doesn't align with how you feel, it's okay to turn away. Your reflection doesn't define your worth or beauty.

2. Take Deep Breaths:

Breathing is really interesting. It changes when we're calm, excited, nervous, or upset. So when you find yourself worked up or overwhelmed by those "nothing to wear" days, pause and take a few deep breaths. Start with three and let your body catch up and reset. On these mornings you’re usually running late but it’s ok to give yourself 30 seconds to feel better. It's amazing how a few deep breaths can bring clarity and calmness.

3. Laugh About It Later:

Sometimes, when we're not feeling great, it's hard to listen to advice, even if it's coming from people that really love you. My parents would remind me that I was lucky to have so many choices in clothes anyways. At the time, I didn't want to hear it, but looking back, they were right. We'd even laugh about how “serious” it was for me by dinnertime.

The days when your clothes don't quite cooperate are just blips on the radar. Remember, you are unique, beautiful, and capable, regardless of what you wear. Your worth goes beyond your outfit.

So, next time you find yourself in front of the mirror, feeling the weight of a "nothing to wear" day, remember to turn away if it's not serving you, take deep breaths to find your calm, and know that laughter and perspective can turn it all around. There are bigger things to worry about, and later, you might just find yourself smiling.

Ultimately, it's all about embracing your own skin, even on those challenging days when your clothes feels like it's conspiring against you. You've got this, and your beauty shines through every outfit – no matter what. 💫🌸