Messy, Cozy, and Oh-So-Lovely: The Beauty We *Really* Crave
Let's be real for a sec. Our feeds are flooded with "aesthetic" everything, right? Perfectly arranged brunches, impossibly tidy minimalist rooms, golden hour selfies that look like they belong in a magazine. And while those shiny, curated moments are nice to look at, sometimes they make you feel like your perfectly normal, slightly chaotic life just isn't cutting it.
But guess what? We're here to tell you that some of the absolute BEST things in life aren't "aesthetic" at all. In fact, their beauty lies in their messiness, their comfort, their perfectly imperfect reality.
Think about it. Is there anything more soul-soothing than the first sip of hot tea or coffee from your absolute favorite mug? The one that's maybe a little chipped, definitely stained, but fits your hand just right? That's not Insta-glam, but it’s pure, unadulterated comfort.
Or how about the delicious, heavy feeling of your duvet on a Sunday morning when you’ve got nowhere to be? Your bed probably looks like a tornado just hit it, but it’s your cozy tornado, and it’s glorious.
What about the smell of rain hitting dry pavement on a summer evening? Or the feeling of slipping into that worn-out, ancient hoodie that probably has a tiny hole but fits like a dream? These aren't things you'd filter and post with a trendy caption, but they spark joy in a way a perfectly plated avocado toast just can't.
It's the unexpected giggle from a bad pun, the sound of your pet snoring softly next to you, the joy of finding a ten-dollar bill in an old jacket pocket, or that completely spontaneous dance party in the kitchen when your favorite song comes on. These are the moments that truly make life rich.
So, next time you scroll past another "perfect" pic, take a moment to appreciate the real, raw, comfy, and often un-aesthetic moments that make up your day. Those are the ones that actually make your heart sing. They might not get the likes, but they sure do fill your soul.
Inspired by: https://www.facebook.com/ThingsThatAreNotAesthetic/posts/1334204015398332/