I discovered today that one of my favorite content creators recently had plastic surgery, and it shattered something inside me. She had given me so much confidence — just by owning herself publicly, focusing on her content and creativity rather than her body and beauty.
It reminded me of a few things:
- People who have it all figured out in front of the cameras are often losing it behind the screens.
- Everyone is going through something they never talk about, until they finally do.
- Never place your self-worth and self-love in someone else’s version or story of self-love.
- Don’t depend on others to make you feel accepted in your own skin. Own it like a queen.
- Everyone’s decisions are shaped by their life experiences. Don’t judge them, be grateful that you don’t have to make those decisions or fight those battles. Be thankful you aren’t standing where they stood.
— Sadia Hakim
People who seem perfect are often bleeding behind the curtains.
— Sadia Hakim
Everyone’s fighting a battle, silently, until they find the strength to speak.
— Sadia Hakim
Your self-worth cannot survive if it’s built on someone else’s survival story.
— Sadia Hakim
The freedom you have — not having to make the same hard choices, is itself a blessing.
— Sadia Hakim
Poet’s Note
A reflection on learning self-worth after facing unexpected truths. A reminder that your confidence should never be borrowed.