If I am going to achieve this goal to be "just me" I need to keep my head and goals straight. I cannot be self conscious, have little self confidence, or show any sign of "not me". One out of the many reasons why I joined JSA, is because I need to be confident in what I live and love.
It may be one of the hardest obstacles I will ever face. Being against an entire world that will be tearing me down to be something I'm not. Trying to tear me apart. Putting my mask back on. I can't let that happen and it will take every drop of effort I have. This is kind of like how Griet is constantly being thrown curve balls at. The family ( especially cornellia) wants to bring her down because she is "the new 'help'".
I liked your blog so much! What stuck out to me the most was that you did not want to add anything to the portrait symbolizing that you want to be yourself. Also being religious I know people believe different religions and that is good you want stick up for what you believe in.
ReplyDeleteHow I related to this is that I'm also religious and I'm glad you weren't afraid to say that you are. Also where you said you joined JSA to be more confident in what you love because that's one of the reasons that I joined too. I also don't know what I'm going to do or which direction I'm going in life. Don't hide behind a mask, it will only hide the good things that are underneath!
ReplyDeleteThose are some powerful words! I really like how you want to be just you when you leave high school. I can relate to that because I don't want anyone or anything to change who I am. I also joined JSA to help me be more confident in myself. I like the idea to wear your YLYM shirt. That really stood out to me and I think it's really true!
ReplyDeleteI really like the way you said your personality is like your curled hair! I find that we are the same with our hair and makeup, but I find that hiding behind a mask won't get you far. Although I'm not a very religious person I agree with what you are saying. It's your life you, these are your decisions and your problems. We should deal with our problems the best way we can. I also joined JSA to become more confident in what I do and myself.
ReplyDeleteTabs, I understand what your saying about "hiding behind a mask" I feel that too sometimes, but I'm learning that sometimes you just got to break the mask to truly be yourself. People can say "oh your totally gorgeous,"(which you are!!!) but only you can truly believe it. Like you, I joined JSA so I could be meh and no one else:) Remember, keep calm and dance on:D
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with what you're saying. Your picture really defines who you are and who you're trying to be when you're going to be a senior. Overall I think this is a great representation of you, and who you are.
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