In the midst of challenges and responsibilities, we sometimes lose our true selves in the process. I know that I did. The Geline who always takes care of herself, in tune with what makes her truly happy; the ambitious, driven Geline.
If we've been friends here on FB from years back, you know that aside from being the sunny, quirky, optimistic Geline who's obsessed with business and personality development, I also have a knack for beauty. I love all things beautiful and I strive to have it in myself, in my life.
I am a self-confessed makeup junkie despite the opposition from some people believing that 'natural is beauty'; i have a counter for that--- natural is beauty but makeup is glam! Haha!
That ridiculous dedication has led to beauty blogging, advising people about their concerns pertaining to beauty and skin care, being invited to events, receiving free stuff from companies, and getting paid! Sadly, I lost track of that side of me recently because of some circumstances.
In the end, I realized that denying your happiness is denying yourself. That's the worst thing that could happen to a person because it's going to eat you up inside. Your zeal for life fades away eventually and you'll feel monotonous in your daily living.
So do yourself a favor... whatever life throws at you, staying true to yourself should still be a priority. I know that being a mom can be time and energy zappers, but it can be done. I know that being a bread winner can consume yourself, but it can be done.
Diamonds are created out of intense heat and pressure, not from an easy-breezy process. So go ahead and shine bright like a diamond! 🤗
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[Photo above] Me being true to myself now despite the swarm of setbacks. See what I mean? :)
