Hi my Sassy family! Growing up I used to think that beauty was based on one’s physical appearance and how others perceived me. I remember looking at the models in fashion magazines and wishing that I could be a model and wear the most popular designer clothes. I soon discovered as a teen, that I felt most beautiful when I was the most natural and authentic version of myself. It was then that I discovered that beauty starts within and radiates outwardly. I must admit that there were many times that I lost sight of my true identity and that I am beautiful just the way I am. I got caught up in comparing myself to others and putting others’ needs before my own. I soon realized that I needed to heal inner wounds to pour love back into myself.

When I began my self-love journey as an adult, I discovered that beauty is how God sees me. One of the scriptures that sticks out to me is Psalms 139:14, “I will praise thee for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: Marvelous are thy works; And that my soul knoweth right well.” God created us in his image and intentionally designed us for his purpose. He sees our imperfections as perfect. We are made perfect only through him. I can now embrace the real me unapologetically and comfortably. I understand that not everyone will understand or accept me for who I am. I know who I am and whose I am and that’s all I need. I aim to please him with all that I am and will put my hands to do. 

I hope that you take away from this that you were born to stand out on purpose. Someone in the world needs you just the way you are. You never know whose life you will make a great impact in by living a life of purpose. We must shine our lights bright to spread his love and draw others to him. We are living testaments of God’s glory.

Love,

Ronni💋