A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words or so...

I changed my picture for this column, because I had outgrown the picture I usually use for my blog. 

It’s kind of like those shoes sitting in the back of your closet that you always loved wearing. You finally take them out, and dust them off, only to realize they’re just not ‘you’ anymore. The size fits, yet you have outgrown them still.

When I started my blog, admittedly, I had no idea what I was doing. But I understood clothing and image, and knew it was important to create a look that evoked sass, femininity, and loads of personality. An image that wouldn’t threaten women, and wouldn’t be overtly sexualized to give men the wrong impression. You may be thinking that is a lot of thought to dedicate to a picture. And you would be right. But in a world where you have two milliseconds to make an impression on someone’s subconscious terrain, you’re gonna overthink it like an awkward social interaction that plagues you in the shower for months to come. 

 I decided it was time for a new picture. Something that represents the tremendous self-growth I have achieved over the years. An image that propels me into the next phase of my professional career, while channeling my insightful, empathetic, and playful nature, all while not undermining my intellect and analytical skills. That is a lot to expect out of one photo. But the expectations are high, especially as a woman.