This movie really opened my eyes and my heart in so many ways. I hope you can find it and watch it too. There is so much that goes on in our world and within ourselves that is worth taking a closer look at so we can show up more conscious, more loving, more considerate, more compassionate, more knowledgeable so we can make our decisions from a broader perpective.
Also, maybe today is a good day to love yourself regardless of what clothes you are wearing. That is when our life really begins to make sense and bring forth ultimate happiness.
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Teresa Salhi
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Joan Potter says
BEAUTIFUL post, Teresa. I have so many thoughts about this, but I’m going to share 2 random ones in no particular order: 1. The fellow in the movie trailer is right – we CAN do better than this. I think that women will have to lead the charge. 2. Being proud of our appearance is as natural as rain. I remember when we sheared the sheep every spring, the proud rams would hide behind the barn for a few days – obviously ashamed. Also, my dog comes home from the groomers literally prancing around. We shouldn’t feel bad about wanting to look good. But it needs to be done in a sensible, humane way. Again, great post – one of the best I’ve ever read.
Teresa Salhi says
I love those insights about the animals – and I really do appreciate your comments. It has impacted my thinking after seeing this and felt important to pass on, I am so glad you agree. We Can do better.
Meghan Monaghan says
I enjoy dressing up, even if it’s a day that I don’t have to go out. Think Hello Kitty with pink sparkles. I always feel good about myself when I wear something that makes me look pretty or is just playful. I will say I do check labels on where the clothing I’m about to purchase was made. There are certain countries I will not buy from due to their unethical treatment of people and animals. I may not be able to speak words to them in protest, but I can say a lot to corporations by withholding my money from their pockets. It’s nice that you share a similar interest in your purchasing decisions, Teresa.
Teresa Salhi says
Yes, I agree – thanks Meghan.
Joan Harrington says
Hey Teresa 🙂
I can totally relate about the clothes that I wear daily, it has to do with the mood I am in that day lol. On the days that I go to the gym I put on my gym clothes and immediately feel empowered….mmmmm……mindset? Yes 🙂
Thanks for sharing this awesome post, will have to check out that trailer as well 🙂
Teresa Salhi says
Yes, I feel the same way!
Beth - http://EncoreWomen.com says
We need to make our own decisions and to consider the possibilites carefully. I’d like to see this film. I wonder if Netflix has it. I’ll check.
Teresa Salhi says
Beth, I do believe I saw it on Netflix.
Roslyn Tanner Evans says
A very relevant post & topic. We live in a fast paced society where we hardly think about these issues. We don’t stop to ask what will help me feel good today, be it our clothes, jewelry or actions we take. What did it cost? No easy answers other than to be present to choices we make to make our lives meaningful.
Teresa Salhi says
Yes, I agree Rosalyn – we have choices and the choice to be present.
Jackie Harder says
Crazy stuff. We can blame “industry” for the misery we see in sweat shops, but what’s driving industry is the public. We want more, we want better and we want cheaper. Until consumers say this is unacceptable, I don’t see much changing, especially overseas.
Teresa Salhi says
I agree Jackie – that is why I wanted to share and why I am paying more attention to my own actions.
Kristen Wilson says
You know.. the funny thing.. I always say I was giving great hair and great legs.. my bff will agree on the hair thing (and legs) and while I may never leave the home, I like to try to look good, for me… and it is so very important!
Teresa Salhi says
It really is the most important….
Karen Grosz says
I so agree that we need to be more self loving. It isn’t what we wear, although what we wear can affect our attitude and mood. It is a balance like most things.
Teresa Salhi says
Yes, for sure Karen. As long as we go for what feels good to us and not just what we are told that will make us feel good, ….right? Thanks for being here.
Sabrina M Quairoli says
Wow. That is amazing. I need to find this movie. Thanks for sharing.
Teresa Salhi says
You are welcome Sabrina.
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Susan Mary Malone says
Thank you for bringing this to light, Teresa. Ugh! I, too, try to live in the most sustainable way possible, which sometimes requires hard choices.
You said it perfectly, “we can show up more conscious, more loving, more considerate, more compassionate, more knowledgeable so we can make our decisions from a broader perpective.” Thank you!
Teresa Salhi says
You are welcome Susan. I believe it is worthwhile to open up our awareness so we can make conscious decisions rather than have other make them for us ….