A real beauty workout

I'll tell you the truth. I have struggled my whole life with not fitting in the mold of what the world says is attractive. I was unhappy, constantly seeking attention to try and convince myself that I was good enough. Honestly, though, no matter what anyone said I didn't believe it anyway.

I've grown a lot in my perspective, though. We were created in God's image. We are each fearfully and wonderfully created by His mighty hands. That's beautiful.

 But there's more to it than that.

When I think of the most beautiful women I've had in my life they are all very different in appearance. Tall, thick, fair, dark, short, thin... but there are definately similarities. They all had beautiful smiles, and not just because their teeth were perfect or their lips were just right but because they are always smiling. They are kind, gentle, fun, loving... That's what has stuck with me all through the years and gets my attention in the present when I think of beauty.

I've come to the realization that we hear all the time but rarely truly get, and that is that beauty isn't just defined by our outward appearance alone but most importantly by our attitudes, behaviors and spirit. And that is a choice!

How wonderful that we can choose how beautiful we want to be by the way we live and act!

God is so faithful that He has even given us a layout of what beautiful looks like in His Word. If you want to leave an impression on someone practice these things: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness and self control. I guarantee that a soul workout can and will impact those around you far deeper and far longer than any workout you do with your body!