Curiosity 01 | Self Love

We find ourselves inquiring about Self Love… What is Self Love? What does it mean? What does it look like? What does it feel like? What is the art, the practice, the act? 

There is no definitive answer. Self Love has a different meaning to everyone. 

By definition, Self Love is a state of appreciation for one's own well-being and happiness. It's a state of gratitude for oneself that grows from actions and supports our physical, psychological, and spiritual growth. It means putting our own needs first and not sacrificing our well-being to please others. 

Our team explores the act of Self Love and what it means to us by taking a moment to show love for ourselves and the women in our life.

Tessa Jennifer | Founder

What does Self Love mean to you? How do you celebrate and appreciate yourself? 

Self Love is listening to my body & my instincts and not betraying/abandoning myself because I feel bad for others. Instead, I celebrate and appreciate myself by fully being in tune with my body. Our body is a natural communicator of our heart, and I try to be more sensitive to that.

A self-affirmation for February: 

I am enough.

What is one act of kindness you will show yourself this month? 

I will show myself kindness by not beating myself up for my mistakes. We are our own worst critics, which is ingrained so deeply in me. I grew up in Asian culture, where most parents give their children harsh criticisms to motivate them to do better. That voice is still with me to this day; I'm in the process of unlearning that.

What women in your life are you celebrating this month?

My best friend. She's the most reliable and honest person I know. We don't talk to each other every day, but we both know we always have each other's back any time.

How do you show yourself love through the art of getting dressed? 

These past 2-3 years, I've only been buying clothes that speak "me," ones that feel like my true self instead of some aspirations of other people.

Tessa's Essentials:

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Brooke Lindstrom | Brand Director

What does Self Love mean to you? How do you celebrate and appreciate yourself? 

Self Love is showing myself gratitude. It's being honest with myself. It's taking inventory of how my physical body feels or reacts to a situation and how I feel after the immediate emotions have settled. It's taking a moment to appreciate all of the things I ask of myself mentally and physically and taking note of the highs and lows along the way. It's allowing myself to rest and recharge even when it's easier not to slow down. It's slowing the inner race within myself down and being present in the current moment.

A self-affirmation for February: 

Breath. Enjoy the stillness in moments of uncertainty. You are exactly where you need to be.

What is one act of kindness you will show yourself this month? 

I will take the time to get back to my yoga/pilates practice. I find exercise is much more critical for my mental well-being than physical. My mind is clear and well-balanced when I regularly connect breath and movement each week. As a result, my anxiety and stress levels lower, and my body holds less tension.

What women in your life are you celebrating this month?

This month I celebrate the incredible women I get to work with. It never ceases to amaze me the beautiful minds I get to work with every day. 

How do you show yourself, love, through the art of getting dressed? 

I have shifted my style over the years and embraced neutrals, clean lines, and flattering silhouettes. I show myself love in dressing by standing by my style and not swaying to follow trends. I choose to wear pieces that make sense for my feelings and the day ahead. Comfort is critical. There is nothing worse than fidgeting with your outfit while you are supposed to be enjoying the moment. When I'm working, style is secondary. I enjoy wearing unique pieces that are thoughtfully designed and feel like me.

Brooke's Essentials:

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Cindy Elrika | Customer Service and Operations Associate

What does Self Love mean to you? How do you celebrate and appreciate yourself?

Self Love to me means being able to have full awareness of myself. It's the ability to recognize my feelings and why I feel a certain way. I celebrate Self Love through acknowledging my feelings, whatever they may be. If I'm sad, I'll lean into it and listen to sad songs, cry or watch a sad movie. I'll smile more if I'm happy, maybe watch a comedy show, and laugh a little more. I've learned that by recognizing and celebrating my feelings, I'm able to appreciate myself deeper.

A self-affirmation for February:

I have done much, and I will do more.

What is one act of kindness you will show yourself this month?

I will show softness by embracing the unknown. A lot of things in life are still unknown to me. There are a lot of things I still have yet to experience. I want to be open to viewing different perspectives. I will be aware of the worst-case scenarios, but be optimistic and believe the best-case scenarios will happen. I will try on the dress that I thought would never look good on me, try a new cuisine, make new friends, take chances.

What women in your life are you celebrating this month?

This month I celebrate my aunts. I realize how unique the role of an aunt is in my family. They can be both a mother and a sister to me. As the oldest child in my family, I would get my share of advice directly from my parents, but sometimes, their advice sounds a bit too strict or harsh. The advice given by my aunt, on the other hand, feels as wise as a mother's but as gentle as a sister's.

How do you show yourself love through the art of getting dressed?

Wearing clothes that fit my body and are comfortable instead of fitting into a smaller size, a tighter fit, or revealing clothes. Sizes don't define my body. Rather, they are simply various options that allow me to find a comfortable fit.

Cindy's Essentials:

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Cover Artwork: Wader by Milton Avery (1885-1965), Hand-Painted Oil Painting on Canvas.

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