There is something to be said about layers of the human. We are so completely made. The concept of one created out of the other still fascinates me to this day. So today I’d like to share the layer of a woman made from man…. Me.
I have thought about layers a lot recently and how as humans we are composed of countless parts or dynamics that make us uniquely human. With that said, I am fascinated by the layers God has chosen to provide me with. He has chosen so many distinct characteristics to create who I am as well as who I have chosen to commit myself to. I thought it might be kind of fun to share a few of my layers with you; from the deepest to the most superficial.
A Child of God- This is the most inherent part of who I am. I have been given a life, because God chose to give it to me. I have a lot to live up to. However, I am a sinner as well. Thus, I am constantly seeking forgiveness as well as finding a source of gratefulness in God, my creator.
A Creative Lady- My creativity is definitely a part of my soul; my inner sense of who I am. I believe I was given this at birth. Since I can remember, I have felt an urge to move and to create, to splatter and to mold, to write and to express. In addition, I believe I have been provided creativity to share it with others. Recently, I have decided this layer must be a part of my career, my life. Without creativity, I could not express the “Brittany” I currently believe myself to be.
A Thinker- I have always been a thinker. I find superficial thinking to be boring and frankly ignorant. One must think in order to create, to become, to evolve not only as a human species but also as an individual. Thinking is a source of growth. I do not believe you are fulfilling your fullest potential if you are too afraid to think outside of the box.
A Healer- I have grown up wanting to “fix” people. I want people to feel a sense of empowerment and success. I want individuals to recognize their strength and the endless possibilities and directions they can choose to go if they only take the first step.
A Holistic Coach- In conjunction with my need to heal, I also view health as a big factor of who I am and what I teach. I believe individuals need to fuel their bodies, minds, and souls with nutrition, exercise, love and creativity. Happiness stems from health. This is where my dream of owning a holistic wellness center evolves from.
A Big Sister- I am so fortunate to have come from such a loving family. I was raised in a loving, yet disciplined, environment. I grew up with pets, friends, responsibilities, and freedom; but most importantly, I grew up with a little sister. I am extremely excited to see how our friendship and connection builds and evolves over the next few years. We share similar qualities such as a competitive drive, creativity, the ability to dance, and a loving commitment to those we care about.
A Girlfriend- Tanner and I have been together for nearly 2 years now. I have been obsessed lately with the connection of man and woman. How woman was taken from man’s rib and created. With that said, I believe God creates us from our perfect partner. I believe I am Tanner’s rib. We make up for what the other lacks. We complete the whole. I am excited to spend the rest of my life with him.
A Woman- I am genetically and culturally a woman. I believe women need to embrace who they are more often. We sometimes get lost in what is expected of us rather than loving what makes us so unique in a world that is all the same. I encourage any woman to embrace who she is inside and out. I strongly believe that in order to empower others, you first have to empower yourself. Also, remember empowerment is not related to body image, physical strength, or the beauty of the observer. Rather, empowerment stems from health, from your inner love of the self, and your compassion for others.
A Girl of Connection- I love creating movements within dance that allow me to connect with others. I find there is a source of understanding and love found within this. Connection shows a lot that words and sounds cannot.
An Emotional Girl- I wear my emotions on my sleeve. I think through emotion. I dance according to emotion. I write, act, create, and love through emotion. Although logic does come to me when I need it to the most, my emotion is what inspires me daily.
An Old Lady at Heart- My friends continuously tell me that I must be a Martian. Why? I do not watch a lot of T.V. or movies. I do not seek the internet for many of my answers or source of entertainment. Instead, I would rather read the newspaper for my information; read, paint, draw, or journal instead of focus on the Television; write snail mail versus email; and dance or attend a dance performance rather than go out for a drink. I prefer local bands to big entertainers, and I cannot recognize an actor or actress when I see them. My friends, I know I am unique.
A Physical Specimen- Most superficially, I am a 5’1 woman with a little extra padding. I am strong and more than physically capable of doing what is required of me. I have long curly, currently, black hair that I couldn’t secretly love more. I wear clothes for comfort and not for others. I have eyes that many consider beautiful and moles placed where they are for a reason. I also have slightly yellow teeth from the coffee I drink, and constantly dry hands in the winter. I have feet with amazing arches and a body made for lifting. I will wear big glasses and sweaters that do not fit. I am a bit nerdy and unique when it comes to what I do and what I think. I am an expression of “Brittany” and I couldn’t be happier.
So there you have it World, a few of the many layers that make me who I am.
What are some of your most prominent layers?
