Beauty in small dimensions.

Beauty does not come in bite-size pieces. It does not come in capsules nor does it come easily. While there is no personal achievement in being born beautiful, it is often acknowledged that Beauty is a welcome guest everywhere.

We are surrounded by beautiful people and they influence our lives a lot more than we acknowledge. We have our families, friends, colleagues, and strangers. Pets and strays too.

Beautiful people can be your sunshine when you're being battered with hail. I had been through a harrowing experience, had made a mistake and had let it tag along for quite a while. When I took steps to rectify it, it came back to bite me in the back. I had a lot at stake and was in a confused state of mind, worried and tired. My friend understood me perfectly and gave me a warm hug, took me for a walk, and let me vent. Once I had vented, I felt a rain cloud being tugged and pulled out of me. I felt it buoying away and I felt lightness. I discussed a lot of things, formulated a plan, and started to work towards it. Over a beef burger, an Arabic salad, and burnt caramel milkshake, I spoke and spoke, cried, and then listened. I spent three hours talking and walking with the most beautiful person I know and let tranquility sink in.

Beauty is relative and may not be appreciated the same everywhere. Yes, you walk into a party and the first thing you pay attention to is one’s appearance.  The first impression you have of a person is derived from the first 5 seconds you observe them ( It is important to dress and groom well ). While an attractive person is more likely to make a positive first impression, it takes a lot more than external appeal to build a lasting impression. Beauty is a reflection of one’s nature, one’s character, and is sometimes a way of life. Even when we are busy with our lives, we must make it a point to appreciate the Beautiful. A smile, a note, or a thank you go a long way and often makes them smile — making them appear more beautiful. 

I have a knack of spotting beautiful qualities in people and occasionally compliment them on the same. Everybody loves Beautiful people— it doesn't take much to appreciate them. It makes them happy, and in turn makes us happy. Happiness is a trait often associated with the Beautiful. 

While beauty doesn't come in bite-size pieces, we can still chew on thoughts and relish the good times. While we can't gulp down a Beauty capsule, we can certainly inject ourselves with happiness. Think of all the Beauty still left around you, and be happy.