I'm often asked by some acquaintances, long-forgotten friends and even random strangers, who just slide into my DMs like they own it, that why do I post semi-nude pictures on my Insta page? And for all I have but one answer - MY BODY IS MY BODY, NONE OF YOUR BODY!
I totally get it why it surprises people when I post a picture as such, because if you meet me in real life you wouldn't think I'm that kinda person who is bold in her approach. I'm rather an introvert who will only open up to people with whom I feel comfortable. So my #famjam knows that when it comes to being comfortable in your own skin Prerna won't hesitate a bit, but for outsiders it's a shocker alert! So to everyone who has ever wondered what makes me do it, in all honesty I would confess that I love my body so I flaunt it. I actually feel more comfortable dressed down than I'm when I'm dressed up. It makes me feel beautiful inside out and is very much a part of my sexuality. #NarciMuch maybe?!
Some may think it's attention-seeking but in my opinion that's just one of the ways people like to cover up for their inability to understand why I do it. It's human nature to automatically put the blame on situations rather than delve deeper into the meaning behind it. And guess what, it makes no difference to me absolutely what someone thinks and that's one of the reasons why I pose with my naked skin. If I start caring about everyone's opinion, life will be such a waste.
But it wasn't that randomly one day I decided to bare it all and do a complete makeover. It started building up little by little and voila! A new Prerna was born! The first time ever I faced the camera with the intention of doing a photoshoot, I was a nervous wreck ready to break down anytime. And whoever knows me personally know that nervousness in many ways defines me.
But thanks to my ace photographer friend Navin who instilled such stellar confidence in me I did what I had only dreamed about since childhood. I posed, I smiled, I went outside my comfort zone and decided to never return to it. Navin has a talent to bring out that inner you which rarely anyone else can spot. He showed confidence in me and I could never repay what he LIT within me from there on. Anup acccompanied us too in this shoot and not only did he help manage last minute requirements, but his presence solidified my belief that everything was going right. And to think I was hesitant to attempt this in front of him, I feel silly and grateful today that he came along and became a part of this memory.
But mind you, my Insta avatar has nothing to do with the trendy hashtags of #bodypositivity #plusandproud #plussizemodels... you get the gist. I'm no influencer, I admire the girls who do it as a responsibility to educate the young minds to love and flaunt themselves, but I never aligned myself to that thought process. For me, my pictures are just a way to explore myself more, to see what all personalities are hidden inside me and in the course learn more about myself. It's truly been a rewarding experience so far and with each picture I fall more and more in love with myself. Now isn't that the aim of #SelfLove?
Want to see more of my epic transformation? Do follow me on @sherdiputtar and don't forget to like, share and leave feedback! :) <3
I totally get it why it surprises people when I post a picture as such, because if you meet me in real life you wouldn't think I'm that kinda person who is bold in her approach. I'm rather an introvert who will only open up to people with whom I feel comfortable. So my #famjam knows that when it comes to being comfortable in your own skin Prerna won't hesitate a bit, but for outsiders it's a shocker alert! So to everyone who has ever wondered what makes me do it, in all honesty I would confess that I love my body so I flaunt it. I actually feel more comfortable dressed down than I'm when I'm dressed up. It makes me feel beautiful inside out and is very much a part of my sexuality. #NarciMuch maybe?!
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| Picture Credit: Navin Dhyani Photo |
Some may think it's attention-seeking but in my opinion that's just one of the ways people like to cover up for their inability to understand why I do it. It's human nature to automatically put the blame on situations rather than delve deeper into the meaning behind it. And guess what, it makes no difference to me absolutely what someone thinks and that's one of the reasons why I pose with my naked skin. If I start caring about everyone's opinion, life will be such a waste.
But it wasn't that randomly one day I decided to bare it all and do a complete makeover. It started building up little by little and voila! A new Prerna was born! The first time ever I faced the camera with the intention of doing a photoshoot, I was a nervous wreck ready to break down anytime. And whoever knows me personally know that nervousness in many ways defines me.
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| Picture Credit: Navin Dhyani Photo |
But thanks to my ace photographer friend Navin who instilled such stellar confidence in me I did what I had only dreamed about since childhood. I posed, I smiled, I went outside my comfort zone and decided to never return to it. Navin has a talent to bring out that inner you which rarely anyone else can spot. He showed confidence in me and I could never repay what he LIT within me from there on. Anup acccompanied us too in this shoot and not only did he help manage last minute requirements, but his presence solidified my belief that everything was going right. And to think I was hesitant to attempt this in front of him, I feel silly and grateful today that he came along and became a part of this memory.
But mind you, my Insta avatar has nothing to do with the trendy hashtags of #bodypositivity #plusandproud #plussizemodels... you get the gist. I'm no influencer, I admire the girls who do it as a responsibility to educate the young minds to love and flaunt themselves, but I never aligned myself to that thought process. For me, my pictures are just a way to explore myself more, to see what all personalities are hidden inside me and in the course learn more about myself. It's truly been a rewarding experience so far and with each picture I fall more and more in love with myself. Now isn't that the aim of #SelfLove?
Want to see more of my epic transformation? Do follow me on @sherdiputtar and don't forget to like, share and leave feedback! :) <3
