Accepting yourself and your flaws can lead to selfacceptance from "summary" of Wow, No Thank You. by Samantha Irby
When you spend your whole life trying to be someone you're not, it can feel like you're constantly fighting against yourself. You're always striving for an unattainable ideal, never satisfied with who you actually are. But what if, instead of constantly battling your flaws and imperfections, you simply accepted them? What if you embraced your quirks, your insecurities, your vulnerabilities, and made peace with them?By accepting yourself and all your flaws, you can finally let go of the unrealistic expectations and judgments that have been weighing you down for so long. You can start to see yourself in a new light, recognizing that your imperfections are what make you unique and human. Self-acceptance isn't about ignoring your flaws or pretending they don't exist; it's about acknowledging them and loving yourself anyway.
When you stop trying to be someone you're not, you can finally relax and be comfortable in your own skin. You can stop comparing yourself to others and start celebrating the things that make you different. Self-acceptance allows you to have compassion for yourself, to treat yourself with kindness and understanding, even when you make mistakes or fall short of your own expectations.
Once you accept yourself fully, flaws and all, you can begin to truly appreciate and love yourself. You can let go of the need for external validation and find peace and fulfillment within yourself. Self-acceptance is a journey, not a destination, but it is a journey worth taking. It's about embracing your whole self, with all your imperfections, and recognizing that you are worthy of love and belonging just as you are. So, instead of constantly striving for an unattainable ideal, why not try accepting yourself exactly as you are?
