I have. Yesterday in fact.
Yesterday, I walked into my favourite Salon and said 'let's do this'. I got my hair cut.... short. Probably 8-10 inches shorter. I got my hair coloured... haven't done that in probably 5-6 years. So yeah, I would consider that a make-over.
You might be wondering, why the new look? Well, that is a good question. You see, I am currently in the process of evaluating everything... not only my appearance, but my wardrobe, my office space, my business, my website, and yes, my blog. You could say that I am in the process of 're-branding' myself, of 're-branding' my business.
I have talked a lot on this blog about change and about personal transformation. And while a lot has shifted and changed on the inside, so far, it doesn't look a whole lot different on the outside.
The problem is, the gap is ever-widening. The 'me' inside, the one who I have been transforming into and the one who I call the 'real me', is getting ready to shine, to show herself to the world.
I feel like a brilliant shining flower inside, encased in a protective, layered shell. For a long time I felt like needed the protection (and I can see now that it served me well), but lately I have been working on removing that hard outer shell so that my light can shine through.
How about you? Are you different on the outside then you feel on the inside? What is stopping you from shining your inner light out into the world? Oh, I know it's scary. I've been there, heck, a lot of the time I am still there... but I know that I am exactly where I am supposed to be.
If this resonates with you but you aren't sure where to start, remember this:
The REAL you is so much better than the person you think you should be...
It is my mantra for personal transformation!
With love,
Maren
PS: Here's a sneak peak of the new do:
You go girl... it looks beautiful! I fear I haven't had my hair professionally cut or anything else in over 20 years. I sorta decided that it just wasn't worth the hassle to me, so I just keep it all one length and cut it myself. I did lop off about 10 inches a few years ago though - and I've been much happier with it ever since.
ReplyDeletei love the mantra and this snippet of experience you share. the outside reflects what is within. gently shaping the surface of who we are can have a powerful impact on how we feel and move through the world. every moment is new moment to share the beautiful person that you are! i love the cut and hope it feels fresh, light and free, reflecting the beautiful spirit within you.
ReplyDeleteThank you both for your kind and loving words! Still loving it!
ReplyDeleteOh sooo pretty!!! Love the style of your hair & that color is gorgeous :) And I absolutely love, "The real you is so much better than the person you think you should be." I can completely relate to this.
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