This weekend, I've been reflecting on the comments section of my recent "Fierce Aging" video, and honestly, I'm a bit discouraged. While I'm so honored that women travel to my studio to share their stories and beauty, it's disheartening to see negativity creep in. My platform is meant to be a positive space, and I want to address this.
Key Takeaways
- Kindness is Key: Always remember to be kind. If you can't offer encouragement, it might be time to rethink your social media presence.
- Women Supporting Women: The goal is to lift each other up, not tear each other down.
- Focus on Yourself: Direct your energy towards your own health and well-being.
- Authenticity Matters: Embrace your unique beauty and don't let others dictate your rules.
The "Fierce Aging" Series: A Space for Vulnerability
I've been on YouTube for over 14 years, and I see this platform as my home. I've built a community of wonderful women who come here to share their beauty, their life stories, and even their health struggles – things like heart attacks, breast cancer, and alopecia. These women are brave, showing up with no makeup, ready to be vulnerable. It's a space I've carefully cultivated to be positive and encouraging.
Addressing the Negativity
Lately, I've noticed some really nasty and uncalled-for comments directed at my guests. It's disappointing because these women are sharing so much of themselves. I've even had to delete comments, and while I can't delete them all, I want to make it clear: if you can't be positive and encouraging, I'd prefer you not be part of this community. The women I've gathered here are the kind you'd want to hang out with at a party – positive, supportive, and uplifting.
It's Not Society, It's Us
We often talk about how society and the focus on gray hair or aging can bring women down. But I've realized something important: it's often other women who are being nasty to each other, and that's what truly brings us down. You don't see men on my channel tearing down hair color or skin tone. I don't know why, but it seems to be a pattern among women. It's such a waste of energy when we have amazing women sharing their experiences, and instead, some viewers focus on trivial things like sunscreen.
A Call for Self-Reflection
It's time to stop the negativity. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: women can and should support other women. If you find yourself being critical or jealous, take a step back. Check yourself. Deal with your own issues, whether through therapy or self-reflection. Don't project your insecurities onto others. Focus on lifting yourself up first.
Shifting the Focus to Positivity
Are you tired of the irritability and anger that seems to be everywhere? Road rage is through the roof, and people are lashing out constantly. We have a choice: be part of that wave of negativity, or choose love, patience, and understanding. So many people are going through things you can't even imagine. When you see my upcoming guests sharing their journeys, you'll understand even more.
My entire career has been about lifting women up, showing that age is just a number, and that your mentality and mental health are what truly matter. It's about pushing yourself to be your best and surrounding yourself with like-minded people. While negativity might always be there, we have to fight through it. Seeing such negativity directed at wonderful, sweet women is simply unacceptable.
So, please, check yourself. Understand the impact you have on other women's lives. Let's make this a space for genuine connection and support. Until next time, I'll see you later.
