Pursue at all times the aim of smiling when you look in the mirror. Do whatever you need to do to achieve this. Only you know what this is.
If you’re looking at that blankly, wondering what on earth it means for you, 2024 is your time to figure this out.
If there’s a part of your body that’s causing you grief/concern/to spend longer than is healthy looking at the mirror/to avoid mirrors entirely, book a consultation with a surgeon or practitioner (as relevant) and have a conversation with them to discuss what the possible outcomes are for whatever that body part is.
A consultation does not have to result in work, but will be a way more productive use of your time than any internet or mirror time that you’re currently wiling away.Fairly obviously, do not get any work that isn’t rule-compliant in 20241.
Do not overpay for your skincare 😉
Buy one of these and improve your pimple-removal efficacy at least tenfold. I cannot be without one.
US - you only really need the pointy one, but the best-reviewed-and-cheapest here came as a double act.
UK
Others are available, feel free to shop around.The major factors are:
The needle should be intimidatingly sharp
The other end should be a circle, not a loop
Sterilise before use, obviously
Be slightly careful putting it in your hand luggage. I had one taken from me from an over-zealous agent in CDMX airport. I am still angry about it.
Know that you and your appearance are likely to be in an ever-changing dance that will last for many years.
If you feel fabulous now, enjoy every second of it.
If you feel like you look like shit right now, I promise that there is a day out there where you’ll smile in the mirror again.
Be kind to others about their appearance, always. Never, ever shatter the illusions of someone who genuinely thinks that they look fantastic2.
If you’re hanging onto clothes that you no longer fit into, but are convinced you will lose/gain the weight required to fit into them, give yourself 6 months to recalibrate your weight.
If it’s not happened by then, donate or recycle your clothing. These guys (UK-based) will even pick up for you.Remember that Instagram and TikTok do not reflect Real Events.
Remember that beauty and attractiveness often have very little to do with the way that we look.
This lady is no longer in the first flush of youth, but if she and I were at a party, she’s the first person I’m interested in talking to. And I suspect I’d have to join a queue of other admirers to do so.
Vibe trumps facial symmetry 100% of the time. Nurture your vibe in 2024 😊
Happy New Year!
Or ever
Angharad, this means I’m finally going to stop telling you off for your Wardrobe Of Nightmares 😂