What does it mean to be beautiful?
Beauty is hard to define. Some scientists believe beauty lies in symmetry. They build facial maps of perfectly proportioned faces. By their definition, Elizabeth Hurley is the most beautiful woman on the planet. But many would argue that they don’t find her attractive at all.
The old idiom rings true, Beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. To that effect, you can’t really control whether or not a person regards you as beautiful. However, there is a type of beauty that is much harder to deny: Inner beauty.
1. Confidence and Passion.
There is beauty in brilliance. Doing something you care about, that makes you happy, always puts you in your best light. You smile more, are more assertive and self-assured, and ultimately more attractive. Anyone can be beautiful when they are at their best. From athletes to musicians, to mothers and surgeons, every person has a unique talent or skill that showcases their inner beauty. Beauty shines brightest when you are laughing and smiling, without fear.
2. Taking care of yourself
Beauty can also be found in taking care of yourself. When you feed your body properly, exercise, and get enough sleep, you look better. Your body is running at optimal efficiency, so your hair, skin, and teeth look great. Taking care of your body inherently improves your mental health (your brain is a part of your body, after all) as well, which will improve your personal outlook and attitude.
3. Changing your inner critic
The most important kind of beauty comes from loving yourself. It can be easy to be cruel to yourself, without meaning to. Our internal critic can be especially harsh, which can ultimately paralyze and undermine your self-worth. Practice saying kind things to yourself, taking care of your body, and trust that loving yourself will become easier. As your self-love grows, your internal voice will change to one that builds you up instead of breaking you down. When you have your mind on your side, you can shine your brightest and be your best.
Never forget that there is beauty within you, always.