On the first day of college, I decided to wear my shiny red heels. That was a big mistake. The walk from the commons was torture. The walk was never ending, and I had to rush to make it on time. During class, I actually took my heels off to relax. On top of my blazing, red feet, it felt like everyone stared at me. The "clickity clack" attracted more attention than necessary. Normally, I would obtain stares in a way that reassured my self- confidence. This day, I felt out of place.
I do not wear heels to impress anybody. That is just a big part of me. I am proud to have beauty and brains. It's not that I am cocky, I am just self confident. At least, that is what i thought.....
On day 2, i wore flats. I felt really insecure and uncomfortable. I did not walk with as much confidence, and i looked down more often. I never realized how my heels covered up my self-consciousness. All of my insecurities were hidden behind my heels. At last, everything was out in the open, and I was forced to face reality. After a while, I became aware of how every girl wore some kind of flat shoes. Some wore plain, solid color flip-flops. Some wore cute and little "Tinker Bell" shoes. Others wore elegant sandals, perfect for college.
After my immediate snap back to reality,I went home right away to pick up some more adequate shoes for the long college walks! For the rest of the week, I wore heels with a shorter heel. I had to degrade, but it was worth comfy feet.
I have learned that being beautiful is not only a matter of appearance. It is also the confidence you have in yourself. It is amazing how many people live in a material world, and do not realize it. As soon as i realized it, I conquered my insecurities and learned from my experience.
Living, Loving, and Learning, Mel
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