I have a killer dress for my birthday party this weekend. It was off the internet and cost just a few quid, as I continue never to spend over £20 on anything and usually exit a charity shop with 5 things for that budget.
Now I guess this is a bit of a girly blog but hang in there guys there's some stuff I believe we all could take time to think about.
I've always loved fashion and clothes, its a passion and well before PD an obsession I admit it! I had a bit of a hard time when I was first diagnosed and lost a lot of weight ... UK size 16 down to a 6/8. Half my body weight went. I looked like a ghost, but the joy of knowing I could wear just about anything I wanted was new to me and I liked it.
Slowly I became food tolerant again and in the past 12 months have munched my way back into a 12++ and am slightly fatter than I would like. It has meant the sale and purchase of so many clothes I can not begin to tell you.
Clothes for me are an extension of who I am. They all say we make decisions on what we like after a 10 second visual, for me that means people too? surely...
But it is so so much more than that... its about self esteem, confidence, feeling your best, making an impression. And all of those take on a new level of importance with PD, well they did for me.
So I make an effort everyday, I never slob around the house, a 'onesy' makes me shudder and I take a real pride in my appearance. It definitely helps...
So try a 'dress up' day Friday and see who comments.... and see if it makes you feel good.
Your right it's so good when you make the effort to look well you gain a lot of inner confidence and feel so much brighter. You also don't waste time with negative thoughts about how you are coming across to people you can just relax, concentrate on whatever you're doing and enjoy the moment. Good topic - thanks
I agree with you totally. Looking our best is one of the few things that we still have control over and it is so very important for our self esteem! You are lovely.
I agree--I get lots of compliments and it keeps me from bitching about how awful I feel I do the slop thing inside the house. You're right not to. I'm enjoying the new slender me, also, but I WANT MY BUTT BACK!
Happy Happy Birthday!!! Enjoy your day and enjoy your dress.. I miss dressing up - guess I'll give it a try. Thanks for reminding me how good dressing up makes you feel.
Since I am trying harder than ever to keep a positive attitude I too took your advice and tried on a jazzy dress.... it didn't work. It upset my wife. Strangely, I felt it might have been better if I had frilly little undergarments to complete the experience.
Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.
Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.