embracing our pretty girl era: authenticity after toxicity
hey girls, let's talk about what it really means for us to step into our pretty girl era after we've kicked toxicity to the curb. it's not just about looking good - it's about feeling good, being true to ourselves, and owning our power.
when we've finally broken free from toxic relationships or situations, it's like we're seeing the world with new eyes. we're rediscovering who we are without all that negativity weighing us down. this is our time to shine, to be unapologetically ourselves.
but here's the thing: embodying our pretty girl era isn't about being perfect. it's about being real, flaws and all. it's about loving ourselves fiercely and not letting anyone dim our light. let's remember what the bible says in psalm 139:14: "i praise you because i am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, i know that full well."
now, let's talk about those people who are still connected to toxic individuals in our lives. it's tough, but we've gotta be tough too. we don't owe anyone our energy or our time if they're not respecting our boundaries. it's okay for us to keep our distance, to protect our peace.
"do not be misled: 'bad company corrupts good character.'" (1 corinthians 15:33)
this verse isn't just about avoiding bad influences - it's about recognizing our worth and surrounding ourselves with people who uplift us. our pretty girl era is about growth, and sometimes that means outgrowing people who don't support our journey.
to all of us young girls out there dealing with boys who have bad intentions, let's listen up. we are precious, we are valuable, and we deserve respect. let's not let anyone treat us like we're less than amazing. here's how we can keep those boys in check:
trust our gut. if something feels off, it probably is.
set clear boundaries and stick to them.
don't be afraid to say no. a real man will respect our decisions.
keep our standards high. let's not settle for less than we deserve.
surround ourselves with supportive friends who'll have our backs.
"above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." (proverbs 4:23)
this isn't just about protecting ourselves from heartbreak. it's about safeguarding our dreams, our values, and our self-worth. let's not let anyone mess with our hearts or our heads.
remember, our pretty girl era isn't about seeking validation from others, especially not from boys who don't have our best interests at heart. it's about validating ourselves, knowing our worth, and not compromising on it.
"charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the lord is to be praised." (proverbs 31:30)
this verse reminds us that true beauty comes from within. it's our character, our kindness, our strength that makes us truly beautiful. our pretty girl era is about cultivating these qualities, about becoming the best versions of ourselves.
as we navigate this new chapter of our lives, let's be gentle with ourselves. healing from toxicity takes time. some days we'll feel on top of the world, other days we might struggle. that's okay. that's part of the journey.
let's embrace our authenticity. let's not be afraid to take up space, to use our voices, to stand in our truth. our pretty girl era is about blooming, about becoming who we were always meant to be.
and remember, we're not alone in this journey. let's lean on our faith, our true friends, and our inner strength. we've got this, girls. our pretty girl era is just beginning, and it's going to be beautiful.
-gg