We need to stop advertising low self esteem. I saw this lil post on tumblr the other day that stated this: “Stop romanticizing low self esteem; it is one thing to love someone who happens to have low self esteem, it’s another thing to frame low self esteem as a desirable trait” This is honestly the best thing I have seen as it is 100% true. I used to have a very, very low opinion of myself and over the years that has improved a little bit, however I still have poor self esteem. It makes me so mad – almost furious in fact, that some people think it’s “cute” and such to feel that way about yourself.
I will tell you now that it is not at all cute to feel worthless, unattractive and down-right crappy about yourself. It is something that people need help with. I am lucky to be surrounded with supportive and amazing peers that help me feel good about myself. For others that’s not always the case. I can’t stand the thought of people purposely making themselves feel bad because apparently this is “attractive”.
It’s sick that low self esteem is promoted so much these days. Like things such as cutting (ie: that stupid #CutForBeiber) have almost become a trend among young teens! My younger sister thought it was okay for people to do these things because other people were doing it. Although she wasn’t actually hurting herself, it broke my heart that it seemed acceptable. I had to tell her that it was definitely not okay.
All in all, feeling crappy about yourself isn’t something to be promoted and encouraged. If anyone thinks that it’s okay to have these as desired traits, I’m truly horrified that you think that. Rant over.
- Miranda xx
10/2/14 V-Day
February 14th is the most loved and hated day of the year. I can see both sides of this speculative day and I am sad to say I do not have a special someone this Valentine’s Day – I mean I thought I would, but sadly that didn’t work out – however that isn’t the point.
This post isn’t about crying over the fact I do not have a boyfriend on Valentine’s Day though – it’s about why we have the day in the first place. I’m not sure if you know the historic reason why V-Day is celebrated, so go I will give a brief wikipedia summary:
The most common heard theory behind Valentine’s Day is that a man named Valentine was imprisoned for performing weddings for soldiers who were forbidden to marry and for ministering to Christians, who were persecuted under the Roman Empire. He died on February 14 and to celebrate the romantic gestures he performed, people dedicated that date to love in his name.
As I am a hopeless romantic at heart, I can’t help but love the day even when I’m forever alone in the boyfriend department. I mean love can be expressed in many ways whether it is romantic love between partners, friendship, family, etc. So even if you are single and feeling low, remember you can always count on your friends to spend the day reminiscing your loved friendship. If you just really hate Valentine’s Day, be ironic or iconic.
Ironic meaning either watching horror movies to forget the lovey dovey crap that’s going on that day; or buy yourself flowers and chocolate and remind yourself like Lana Del Rey does, that you’re just your own soul mate. Iconic then meaning go out with your friends and make a statement! Whether that is finding another single to seduce with your hot blazing persona, or strutting your sexy single ass and having a good time with your best friends.
Either way, don’t spend the day drowning in your sorrows if that’s the case – nobody loves a party pooper. Reminisce in the moment and enjoy the day for whatever floats your boat in what I suggested above. Believe me, you will have a way better day if you get your head out of the sand and enjoy the sun. If you do have a special someone to spend the day with though, make sure to tell them how much they mean to you (not saying you shouldn’t do that anyway), but the opportunity is there! Make the most of it.
I hope everyone has a fabulous Valentine’s Day!
- Miranda Xx
This post isn’t about crying over the fact I do not have a boyfriend on Valentine’s Day though – it’s about why we have the day in the first place. I’m not sure if you know the historic reason why V-Day is celebrated, so go I will give a brief wikipedia summary:
The most common heard theory behind Valentine’s Day is that a man named Valentine was imprisoned for performing weddings for soldiers who were forbidden to marry and for ministering to Christians, who were persecuted under the Roman Empire. He died on February 14 and to celebrate the romantic gestures he performed, people dedicated that date to love in his name.
As I am a hopeless romantic at heart, I can’t help but love the day even when I’m forever alone in the boyfriend department. I mean love can be expressed in many ways whether it is romantic love between partners, friendship, family, etc. So even if you are single and feeling low, remember you can always count on your friends to spend the day reminiscing your loved friendship. If you just really hate Valentine’s Day, be ironic or iconic.
Ironic meaning either watching horror movies to forget the lovey dovey crap that’s going on that day; or buy yourself flowers and chocolate and remind yourself like Lana Del Rey does, that you’re just your own soul mate. Iconic then meaning go out with your friends and make a statement! Whether that is finding another single to seduce with your hot blazing persona, or strutting your sexy single ass and having a good time with your best friends.
Either way, don’t spend the day drowning in your sorrows if that’s the case – nobody loves a party pooper. Reminisce in the moment and enjoy the day for whatever floats your boat in what I suggested above. Believe me, you will have a way better day if you get your head out of the sand and enjoy the sun. If you do have a special someone to spend the day with though, make sure to tell them how much they mean to you (not saying you shouldn’t do that anyway), but the opportunity is there! Make the most of it.
I hope everyone has a fabulous Valentine’s Day!
- Miranda Xx
3/1/14 School
So last Thursday I went back to school (I don’t know why on a Thursday, but never mind that). I am pretty excited about this school year. I mean I get to start over with a new homeroom group, new electives such as Photography, I.T, and VCE Agriculture/Horticulture. Last year was a pretty average year school wise, so I am just glad to start over.
However, this year I don’t have many of my friends in some of my classes and electives. That means I have to socialise with others and probably people I don’t particularly like. You see, I’m not that good at socialising with people I don’t know unless they are likable classmates or I like their vibe. Plus, the fact that it’s my fourth year at high school (so Year 10 if I haven’t mentioned that before), I basically know who everyone is and who I like/dislike already.
With saying that though, I won’t let that issue stop me from succeeding in my classes. I’m so excited to be taking my new electives and I’m ready to challenge myself this year and work really hard. The key to doing this is to just be organised, be open to discussion, and to think positive. Cheesy but true nevertheless. Hopefully by the end of the semester, or year, I will have achieved what I needed to complete. This just means I have to be more determined than ever to do so.
I apologize for the short post but I felt I had to share at least something this week.
- Miranda Xx
However, this year I don’t have many of my friends in some of my classes and electives. That means I have to socialise with others and probably people I don’t particularly like. You see, I’m not that good at socialising with people I don’t know unless they are likable classmates or I like their vibe. Plus, the fact that it’s my fourth year at high school (so Year 10 if I haven’t mentioned that before), I basically know who everyone is and who I like/dislike already.
With saying that though, I won’t let that issue stop me from succeeding in my classes. I’m so excited to be taking my new electives and I’m ready to challenge myself this year and work really hard. The key to doing this is to just be organised, be open to discussion, and to think positive. Cheesy but true nevertheless. Hopefully by the end of the semester, or year, I will have achieved what I needed to complete. This just means I have to be more determined than ever to do so.
I apologize for the short post but I felt I had to share at least something this week.
- Miranda Xx
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