The term "Mirrorless Mission" really lives up to its name. I was challenged in many ways to complete this project which really tested my strength and improved my character. It truly was a mission in the sense that I feel like I had a problem to begin with, battled the dragon, and became my own superhero. Although the challenges are nothing like fighting a mythical fire breathing lizard like beast, I did have to fight my own beasts; The beasts in my head that would whisper things that would degrade my self-esteem. Funnily enough, they appeared every time I was in the mirror looking for flaws to fix, when there wasn't anything to fix to begin with.  

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Over time, focusing less on my physical self allowed me to be more self-aware of my own thoughts and my own character. I wanted to present myself appropriately and I found myself relying on my style to do that when in reality my character is defined on the inside. I wouldn't say that the only thing that happened was that I became more confident, but it was a mix of that and letting go of my worries of others opinions. 

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During this time, not only did I become more confident and boost my self-esteem, but I opened myself up to new understandings of our society and opened my perspective to look at life with a different pair of lens. I came to the conclusion that it's okay to not be perfect, and although that's been said many times, I finally came to accept it and move on. The best part is, is that not only did I become more accepting of the outside of me, but internally I don't judge myself so harshly and allow myself to be who I am on the inside as well. 

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It was an over all freeing experience that I truly do recommend to others, even if its just for a week. To let go and motivate yourself to fight the chains of society and be more accepting of yourself without wanting to change for others is such an eye-opening experience that it leaves you as a better version of yourself. While this project was initially aimed towards teens facing lack of self-confidence and self-esteem, it's important to understand that that can be present in anyone, so this project is opened to inspiring and motivating anyone.