#PerfectImperfection

[utsaahpsychologyclinic]

"Everything is a gift of the universe-even joy, anger, jealousy, frustration, or separateness. Everything is perfect either for our growth or our enjoyment."

[theloulouge]

Life Lens - Entry 94

Love, Laughter, and the Little Things Life’s this wild journey, right? And in the midst of all its craziness, one day, when I least expected it, someone extraordinary waltzed into my world. This person didn’t just like me; they absolutely adored every single thing that makes me, well, uniquely me. I’m talking about the way I express myself, the way I savor my meals, or even those little…

[h0p3222]

☁️ + 🌑 = 🥰

[lousirs]

oh ello i didn't think i'd get tagged in this haha (also ello perfectimperfections! nice to see you back!! ^v^)

Relationship Status: taken (dating)

Favourite Colour(s): navy, beige, gold... i could go on. i like most colours

Song Stuck in My Head: i do not know... my mind is like a radio and it keeps on playing different songs... but i woke up and "can't tame her" by zara larsson was playing in my head so... that i guess?

Favourite Food(s): italian

Last Song Listened To: 'when i get old' by christopher and chung ha

Dream Trip: no specific place, but somewhere with nice landscapes so i can take photographs!

Last Thing I Googled: "wacom tablet plugged in but not working" (my tablet has stopped working and i should be getting a new one today...)

Tagging: @chocosourlemon @oktoberdtee @avesisrealx

@detroitbecomekarasbitch tagged me so here I am lollll.

Relationship status: Single.

Favorite color: Blue and purple sksksk.

Song stuck in my head: All Of The Girls You Loved Before by Taylor Swift.

Three favorite foods: Chinese, Italian, and Mexican food.

Last song I listened to: All Of The Girls You Loved Before.

Dream trip: New York, Amsterdam, and Canada.

Last thing I googled: The list of Gilmore Girls episodes.

Tagging: @abugeatbugworld @bluemoonbeam15 @giantbugfangirl

[susurrusone]

Here we have a young wolverine and a Southern Cassowary bird both endangered and posted for the #undyingtalesproject @undyingtales The cassowary bird I had painted a few years ago and I started painting the wolverine over a month ago when we first received the list of species for this project. Since that time I have figured out a way to paint fur that I prefer much more ( this took for ever and I’m not happy with it) but am posting it anyway. I’m not sure if I will be able to keep up with the challenge as I have some other things I need to work on and I need to get the giveaway up. We shall see will probably complete done I have some references photos already picked out for many of the animals. swipe to read the tales about these two fascinating animals. #wolverineart #southerncassowary #endangeredanimals #artchallenge #paintingtheskykingdom #artforacause ##natureart #watercolorillustration #watercolorpainting #etsysale #etsysuccess #instawatercolor #looktowardsthefuture #perfectimperfection https://www.instagram.com/p/CVMYIJVLtOv/?utm_medium=tumblr

[labellekinky]

This is your eco friendly personal care and wellness store 🌿 We have in stock new amazing chemicals free personal brands for the whole family! Hair care ( coily to straight) skin care beard care sunscreens essential oils wellness baby care etc... Follow us, ❤️, share, comment & visit our website: labellekinky.com We @ La Belle Kinky love sharing info about health and wellness This is: La Belle Kinky kspot inspirational quote #natureyourself #loveyourself #youmatter #youaregreat #selflovefirst #perfectimperfection #greatness #mindset #changeyourmindset #focusonyourself #stateofmind #greatquotes #quotestolove #rememberthat #beyourselfquotes #motivation #inspirationalquotes #inspireothers #begreat #believeinyourself #quotes #behumble #beconfident #selflovefirst #positivityquotes #betterversionofme #bestrong #yourlife #embraceyourself #youareworthit❤️ https://www.instagram.com/p/CVL_uGEsJ_5/?utm_medium=tumblr

[kandy-09]

I'd surely want some ass

Maybe wider hips

And bigger boobs

Very fair skin too

...but instead of tearing myself up, I've decided to embrace myself👭

[jessicafugh]

#love 🖤 #perfectimperfection https://www.instagram.com/p/CTrVb6brrG962_alFDy1wykAEtpaq1CtQvHi8s0/?utm_medium=tumblr

[ingridhodel]

Behind every cute insta picture (left), is about 20 pictures like the one on the right 🤣 to say I have no control over my facial expressions is a DRASTIC understatement LOL.⁣ ⁣ I had a 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐩 with guilt when I started doing daily personal development. I got tired of my 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴, and sending me into downward spirals! (even worse, they were a waste of my time and did 𝐍𝐎 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝.) It was time to give my #innermeangirl boot. 👢⁣ ⁣ 𝗪𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐝𝐨 𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝? 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.⁣ ⁣ So go a little easier on yourself today. THAT kinda person is who I want to hang out with, anyway. ♥️⁣

[tinydancer725]

Healing the cracks, having hope, and welcoming in the fresh air of Fall

Two days ago marked the official beginning of Fall. I've always loved Fall, but the commencement of this one in particular felt like a huge exhale. Since- quite literally- the first day of summer until the end of it, life had been a roller coaster. And I was constantly holding my breath.

Over the last few years, I've experienced “spells” of depression, on and off. Life would feel grey. I would no longer feel passionate or motivated to do any of things I once loved. I wouldn't feel sad, per say, but there were certainly periods of time where I didn't feel happy. In the past, my personal remedy for this was to completely distract myself. I would throw myself into hobbies, projects or work. I would spend time, excessively, with other people. I would compulsively give my time and energy away, hoping that if I did, I would somehow “get it back”. I would go through the motions of daily life, but I wouldn't actually feel much.

This all changed this past spring/summer. I could feel one of these spells creeping up again. I hadn't felt that feeling since my step-father had passed away in February of 2018. This past June, my grandfather had also passed away, which very well may have had something to do with it. Around the onset of his health decline (late April-May), I began to feel a gradual change inside of me.

I was more worried and anxious. I began to feel irritable. I wasn't honest with myself. I was continuously “hungry” for love, even when I was receiving plenty of it. It didn't make sense to me. I felt like a china bowl with a crack in it- I was craving more and more, however, once I received it, it would slowly drain out. That temporary feeling of fulfillment would quickly dissipate, and I'd be left wanting more. But I was definitely was not giving. And I knew this.

This “crack” in my foundation had been there for years. Maybe I'd scotch tape it up (a quick fix), and then try to paint over that tape, pretending the crack wasn't there. But I never cared to fix it. I never had enough motivation to. Plus, I was afraid to. Because fixing it would mean embarking on a more time-consuming, difficult and unpleasant project. It is kind of like getting that car repair or going to that doctor's appointment. It is the kind of thing that you KNOW you need to do. You know that you could hurt yourself or others if you don't. You might even be terrified to. But you will never improve until you make that decision.

Everything changed in June. I finally felt a responsibility towards myself and those I love. I knew that I wasn't well. I didn't want to admit it, but I knew that I needed to do a huge load of inner work. I began to feel my depression creeping up, but for the first time, I felt like I had a reason to face it.

But deciding to seriously do that work was, by no exaggeration, one of the hardest and most painful decisions I have ever needed to make. Because I knew that it meant that I would need to be alone. I would need to face myself. I would need to be away from what (and who) was safe and comfortable. I would need to feel everything. And I was afraid of losing everything if I went on this inner journey.

Did I lose everything? Yes. Do I believe that “nothing changes if nothing changes”? Also yes.

When you make your intentions known, loud and clear, to the universe... it answers. There's no other way to explain it. My intention was to be healed. To be more honest, more considerate of others, more giving, and more loving. Unexpectedly, I received contact this summer from three half-siblings which I didn't know I had. I kid you not.

This led to conversations about family members, childhood events, and- ultimately- led to forgiveness. I began to accept myself. Old feelings of abandonment began to slowly change into gratitude.  I began to understand what was at the root of many of my fear-based actions which I've had for years (people-pleasing, fear of being honest, fear of judgment or loss, etc.). And I actually started facing it and healing it. I felt loved. And loving. I began playing music and dancing again, got hired for a better job, and began to think about long-term dreams and ambitions. Of course, there were also moments where I felt sad, frustrated, regretful, etc. I guess when it comes to growth, it's a package deal. You need to be able to handle the good with the bad.

I was definitely a bit of a hermit for most of the summer, aside from small events/gatherings every now and then. I feel like I still kind of am! But I'm ok with that. I'll fully come out of my shell when the time feels right. :)

I'm not sure why things happen when they do. I'd like to think that any decision made with good intention ultimately benefits all in the end. At least that is all I can hope for. I believe that the universe is always conspiring in our best interest, for our hearts, our lives, and our happiness. I believe that there is still light at the end of the tunnel.

My hope is that- as crazy as this past summer was- this autumn will be, to the same measure, filled with peace. Peace that comes from being honest, being accepting- fully- of who I am (the good, the bad, and everything in between), and living each day as best as I can.

[fashionmystery]

Tan consciente de la muerte que disfruta más la vida, el arte de la perfecta imperfección 🎬🎭🎥🖤. . . . . . . . #perfectimperfection#life&death#design#photography#conceptart#fashion&shoedesigner#encasaconmismonstruosguadalara#guillermodeltoro#bloggingart#behappy#beyou#fxmakeup. (en En casa con mis Monstruos) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2cPkLxnsBr/?igshid=1ndncne3byuzx

[thetinyveganlife]

✨Full Disclosure ✨ I’m actually very disappointed in this series of pictures... A peaceful, morning sun lit scene from our teeny kitchen basking in the glorious deliciousness of #veganwaffles (recipe courtesy of @elenoreearth ). But I couldn’t salvage one shot out of the dozens we’ve got that I was truly happy with. On this one, all I can see is that stupid plug I was too forgetful to cover up with the chopping boards. And now I’ve also got a decapitated orchid thanks to Instagram’s non negotiable cropping. But that’s ok, that’s real life and this breakfast was delicious and enjoyed in good company. So here’s to an imperfect little photo to celebrate life’s little imperfections! 🥰 . ✨Complète honnêteté ✨ Je suis réellement très déçue par cette série de photos... une scène douce et paisible baignée de lumière matinale et notre mini cuisine remplie de l’odeur des gaufres fraîches. Mais sur les douzaines de photos prises, aucune ne me satisfait. Sur celle ci, tout ce que je parviens à distinguer est cette idiote de prise que je n’ai pas eu la présence d’esprit de couvrir à l’aide des planches à découper. Et maintenant, grâce aux obligations de format sur Instagram, j’ai aussi une orchidée décapitée! Mais c’est pas grave. C’est la vraie vie. Et ce petit déjeuner était délicieux et a été dégusté en excellente compagnie. Alors voici une petite photo imparfaite pour célébrer les petites imperfections de la vie 🥰 . . . #vegan #waffles #veganwaffles #breakfast #breakfastscenes #peaceful #morning #goldenhour #veganbreakfast #perfect #perfectimperfection #imperfect #celebratelife #notperfect #notperfectbutreal #healthybreakfast https://www.instagram.com/p/B1zChOdoXL8/?igshid=yc1kpxv1qqmj

[uniqueinsights]

Wabi Sabi

[oculo0]

I don't know what is more beautiful, if the cathedral or the blue sky? . . . . . . . #firenze #firenzecityitaly #perfectimperfection #florencialovers #photooftheday #picoftheday #photography #awesome #paisajes #cellphotography #beautifullplace #oculophotograpy #city #fantasy #historic #firenze #firenzecityitaly #perfectimperfection #florencialovers #photooftheday #picoftheday #photography #awesome #paisajes #cellphotography #beautifullplace #oculophotograpy #city #perspectiva #duomodifirenze #italia (en Duomo De Florencia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu2-QPNBn6-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1b8bbmpjhc2h0

[labellekinky]

This is your eco friendly personal care and wellness store 🌿 We have in stock new amazing chemicals free personal brands for the whole family! Hair care ( coily to straight) skin care beard care sunscreens essential oils wellness baby care etc... Follow us, ❤️, share, comment & visit our website: labellekinky.com We @ La Belle Kinky love sharing info about health and wellness This is: La Belle Kinky kspot inspirational quote #natureyourself #loveyourself #youmatter #youaregreat #selflovefirst #perfectimperfection #greatness #mindset #changeyourmindset #focusonyourself #stateofmind #greatquotes #quotestolove #rememberthat #beyourselfquotes #motivation #inspirationalquotes #inspireothers #begreat #believeinyourself #quotes #behumble #beconfident #selfquotes #positivityquotes #betterversionofme #bestrong #yourlife #embraceyourself #youareworthit❤��� https://www.instagram.com/p/CU-m5w6rdSc/?utm_medium=tumblr

[weather92]

Your imperfections are your strength.