Don't judge a book...

Namaste!

Don't judge a book by its cover, we've all heard that saying before. But I have noticed some judgement around myself lately that has brought up a few feelings of insecurity. I am a very "natural" woman, meaning I only wear make up on the rare occasion, wear my long fluffy dark hair in a ponytail and spend most of my days wearing track pants and a singlet. I dont wear a lot of jewellery, never wear shoes around home, and only pluck my eyebrows when I can remember. I am certainly not what you would call glamorous :)

In saying all that, I do take some pride in my appearance and try to look my best whenever I can. Its just not a high priority for me at the moment.

Since starting my jewellery business and making pretty things for a living, Ive noticed a recurring theme in my life. I often get a look of astonishment when I tell people I am a jewellery maker. Amongst the different reactions, there has been the "blank stare", the "looking me up and down" and the look of "oh my, she can't be for real". The looks also come with wide eyes and little or no comments afterwards. I think most people expect me to be a gorgeous looking glamazon of a woman, with perfect hair and makeup, wearing a long flowing dress and dripping with jewellery from head to toe. But that just isnt me.

I honestly have a little giggle at myself sometimes. In no way do I ever pretend make a fashion statement or look like the women in magazines. And I dont really even make my jewellery with fashion in mind, I just make things that I think are beautiful, and that are full of healing energies for other women to wear. To most people I probably look like a bogan gypsy woman with no fashion sense what so ever.

Sometimes I tell myself that I should try and come across as a little more.... polished. But in the end I dont particularly care what other people think of me. And I guess we all probably feel a little judged sometimes in regards to our appearance.

I dress for comfort, so I do apologise to anyone who sees me in real life and what you see doesn't match up with what you have expected. The simple beauty that arrises from my creativity comes from the depths of my heart and soul. From a place where I connect with spirit, a sacred place.....

Love, light and spirit to you all....