Do you like taking or seeing pictures of yourself? I don’t—I never have and probably never will. I found myself asking, “Why is that?”
There are plenty of people who truly don’t mind having their picture taken, some even enjoy it! And then there are many people who would rather go to the dentist than have a camera pointed their way.
Cameras capture a split second of time. Because our faces are constantly moving, with tiny little muscles creating all sorts of expressions, you don’t actually look like that to other people in real life.
A bad photograph can bring down our confidence and make us feel bad, which we, as human beings, try to avoid at all costs.
Sometimes, our perception of ourselves might be based on other people’s (or society’s) opinions of us. Which, in reality, are thoughts we create and think others think about us—crazy, right?
Seasoned photographers have learned to wait and watch for those in-between moments when the person in front of the camera looks relaxed, happy, or pleased.
Personally, I just don’t like being in the spotlight. I am very content just sitting in the back and watching what is going on.
Many authors choose to put a picture of themselves in their book. I chose not to. I only shared a few words about the author. I figure if someone wants to see a picture of me, it is on my website.
Friends, you are beautiful whether you like taking pictures of yourself or not! Don’t ever let anyone tell you or make you think anything different!
Have a fabulous week!
Debbie
Debbie’s new book is now available!
https://amazon.com/author/debbiefeyh.naturelove24-7
https://www.westbowpress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/864460-believe-in-what-you-see
https://www.amazon.com/Believe-What-You-See-Personally/dp/B0F7PSK9VZ