tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post2400277265835595711..comments2024-02-14T02:02:15.880-08:00Comments on From Head To Toe: Heart 2 Heart: Body ImageJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16858824950570845790noreply@blogger.comBlogger149125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-4935716746940936482014-06-01T13:25:41.318-07:002014-06-01T13:25:41.318-07:00Okay so this is a very late answer to your Body Im...Okay so this is a very late answer to your Body Image video, but I really wanted to leave a comment. What you said brought tears to my eyes, and for different reasons. First, I was moved by what your story, the mean comments that you've received, people telling you to gain weight and so on. It's something I think I'll never understand: why people feel the need to say such things as "you should eat a sandwich", or criticize the shape of your eyes - I didn't even know that people could hate Asian eyes. Like seriously, wtf? And tell it I mean, you can like or dislike whatever you want but say it? And then I was moved because it echoes to how I feel about myself - not confident, hating my body and stuff. I'll be 24 next week and I've been dealing with bad body image since I was 16. I guess it's better now but it's still there. I was anorexic and it pisses me off to hear that as an insult against skinny people. It's an illness, it's something you can die from. Obviously I'm not saying that to you but you know, I just can't stand this word being used as an insult. So to wrap it up, I'll just say thank you for this video, I sincerely, truly hope that it will help girls or boys suffering from a bad body image, whatever the reason is, and that this will make some people who tend to criticize others think. If it made even 1 person think and realize that you don't critize people's appareance, you'll have achieved something great. Thank you and sorry for this over long message. And btw, I think you're so, SO pretty.Caroliinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13578738532955102213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-69807838858156483622014-05-29T23:32:16.066-07:002014-05-29T23:32:16.066-07:00Dear Jen, I just came across your blog when i was ...Dear Jen, I just came across your blog when i was searching on clarisonic reviews! I watched your you tube videos and you are truly inspiring! And on the skinny part, I am still very skinny at the age of 25, and people every single day ask me why are you skinny? Aren you eating? Did you see a doctor? And i ask myself why are these people so mean? I love what you said! God bless xoxo <br />UmaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18407803853848121479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-37833217424550476042013-03-27T19:07:00.456-07:002013-03-27T19:07:00.456-07:00It's still not perfect, I promise! lol. I have...It's still not perfect, I promise! lol. I haven't personally had laser treatments for sunspots but I do know for certain that it does work since some of my relatives have had that done. The biggest tip I can give is, of course, to wear a broad spectrum sunscreen for your face everyday! 30-50 will prevent sunspots the most but at least SPF 15 is what I recommend for a daily moisturizer. :)Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16858824950570845790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-48327579568063951332013-03-27T00:53:25.434-07:002013-03-27T00:53:25.434-07:00Jen your skin is so perfect now! I struggled for a...Jen your skin is so perfect now! I struggled for a bit last year but thankfully all the youtube videos and skincare products (+dermatologist visits) have helped me through that :) I was wondering if you have any tips for sun spots? You have absolutely GORGEOUS clear skin and I really want lazer treatment for my sun spots and scars :) <br /><br />http://ellie-lalala.blogspot.comElliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16943529276413829849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-10875052418487895882012-09-13T20:55:04.071-07:002012-09-13T20:55:04.071-07:00I wish i was able to watch your body image video w...I wish i was able to watch your body image video when i was young. i struggled throughout my entire life with people constantly telling me that I was way too skinny or that i looked anorexic or whatever. I felt ugly, abnormal, and not feminine. It was painful and no one could understand that I was simply built that way. I'm in my mid 20s now. I've gained weight and filled out but only because I felt pressured to do so. I ate and ate and eventually gained weight but developed unsightly stretch marks all over my legs. Though i look like a "normal" weight now, i'm still unhappy with my body. I look back at my teenage self and wish that I could have known that my body was perfect just the way it was. I wish someone would have told me that. Anyway, thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. I was so moved by your video. I really hope young girls everywhere who are ANY size see this and realize that they truly are beautiful and just as God created them to be. Natural Anthemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07353590151912603199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-4412447967658715012012-08-30T12:59:08.888-07:002012-08-30T12:59:08.888-07:00Thank you for sharing this! Everyone's imperfe...Thank you for sharing this! Everyone's imperfect and those who say they are an except are either highly confident or just narcissistic. I think people who degrade others strive to look for the impections in others, and points them out to boost their own image. For example, I'm 5'1" and I have heard countless times (especially from other girls) tell me I'm short... gee, thanks for pointing out the obvious!! Everyone has his/her own insecurities and that's a given. It's just sad that when you try or think you have grown to accept your insecurities, others try to make you feel more insecure about them. Since we cannot control society, we just need to accept what we cannot change, and as you mentioned, improve the things that we can. Btw, sorry for the delayed response as I an new to your blog and channel :)Yenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02133225395483825574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-56964320137024699522012-06-11T09:53:16.202-07:002012-06-11T09:53:16.202-07:00I've commented on the video. But i'll comm...I've commented on the video. But i'll comment on here too since I didn't get to write the whole thing that I wanted.<br /><br />I got picked on & made fun of since 2nd-9th grade b/c I lost my hair from alopecia areata universalis + I have 3 skin autoimmune disorders. I've pretty handle all the criticism, teasing & hate well though. In high school I moved to a different city & I hid behind makeup & a wig, I did an experiment one week w/o the wig & makeup to find out that ppl are really vain. <br />For the longest time I was uncomfortable to go anywhere. I didn't wanna bring unwanted attention to myself. I always felt like I was being stared at. Adults would ask me "what is wrong with you?" and as a kid I didn't even know how to answer but reply "You're rude! Mind your own business!". I'm almost 22 now and I had to deal with this when I was 8. <br />I'm also short and tiny and ppl would call me shrimp puff -___-" <br />Everyone struggles w/ something whether they show it or not. I think everyone has to deal with things their own ways and find a good thing about it. Mines made me stronger. I don't know if my outlook is positive now but it's getting better at least.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08161397725485742673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-17284350933987762062012-05-27T20:03:11.712-07:002012-05-27T20:03:11.712-07:00Your video is really inspiring. Honestly i cried d...Your video is really inspiring. Honestly i cried during the mid section of your video. I was criticize because i am fat, my acne skin and my excessive sweat disease. I feel conscious whenever i go. This has been a burden to me my whole life, instead of looking into negativity, i look also look at the great things that happen to my life. no matter how life go on.Wifeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12327193612004755120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-62428705965500826822012-05-15T13:00:32.398-07:002012-05-15T13:00:32.398-07:00Hi Jen,
You're a really sweet person with all...Hi Jen,<br /><br />You're a really sweet person with all that heart-to-heart stories. I came across your blog 3 months ago and I've been watching your videos since then. I struggled with acne myself for years- it got better and then worse like a cycle. I found a pretty cream lately and my acne got better. Hopefully it'll stay working. I did not wear make up but after watching your videos, I enjoyed exploring buying new make up and I felt pretty good trying on new looks. Thanks Jen for all your tips and would love it if you cover more affordable products:)Chloe Luchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15628280689503800600noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-58493330352912771092012-05-01T17:03:35.638-07:002012-05-01T17:03:35.638-07:00Hi Jen,
I was looking for video tutorials on asi...Hi Jen, <br /><br />I was looking for video tutorials on asian hair care... and I stumbled upon your body image video. <br /><br />I agree with you completely about how we should all accept ourselves for who we are, just the way we are TODAY, and not pass judgement about others so easily. I have been guilty of doing that myself, and I have lost a friend as a result of it. So I have learned my lesson. <br /><br />As for the weight issue (being under or overweight), I agree, either way, it's unkind to comment about someone's weight unsolicited. Obviously you rise above those comments, but when it gets difficult, remember that those who make comments like that to you, are insecure about themselves. It has nothing to do with you. It doesn't make it right, but maybe knowing that it's not about you, helps to ease the hurt a little... <br /><br />I think you are beautiful! I know about the eyelid complex that Asians have. It's no different from many black women feeling the need to relax (straighten) their curly hair (with harsh chemicals) in order to look beautiful. We should embrace what we have, and focus on what's important... focus on what we have, and not what we don't have. We are the way we are meant to be. <br /><br />I am an Asian woman myself, and in my opinion, you are absolutely beautiful. There is not a thing wrong with your hair, eyes,body size, height, or shoe size!! <br /><br />As for your acne, being a naturopath, I feel compelled to say that skin breakouts are often related to possible underlying factors such as possible food sensitivities, hormone balance and immune system status too. To get to the root of it, maybe you should consult a naturopathic doctor in your area. There is always a reason other than just "I don't have perfect skin". I hope it makes sense. <br /><br />Anyway, keep your pretty head up, and thank you for posting the video. You are very courageous! Good for you! <br /><br />All the best!<br /><br />-LeiDr. Lei Gu Bsc. NDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06037260096090929444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-6780262455690237592012-04-10T18:43:23.024-07:002012-04-10T18:43:23.024-07:00Hi!
I just started reading your blog today and stu...Hi!<br />I just started reading your blog today and stumbled across your video on self image. I agree with you in that youtube and blogs can expose a lot of insecurities and make you vulnerable to the mean-spirited people out there. At the same time, social media has also been able to unite a lot of people around the world with the same "insecurities" and, in your case, make your petiteness a unique statement as evidenced in the increasing number of blogs for petite women.<br /><br />Being an asian woman myself, the definition of skinny/fat is very cultural. In north america, your frame is notably different from the majority of people around you. However, everything is relative. Even though I am an XS here in Canada, when I visit Asia, I am considered a M to L size there. So take heart and be aware that size is just a matter of opinion. The most important thing is to accept who you are, like you said, and consider yourself blessed!<br /><br />Thanks for the sharing your struggles and I'm really liking your blogs! I'm planning on purchasing some Korean products!<br /><br />AliAlisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17145446781523137335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-64376851256334823632012-04-10T18:23:24.507-07:002012-04-10T18:23:24.507-07:00Hi!
I just started reading your blog today and stu...Hi!<br />I just started reading your blog today and stumbled across your video on self image. I agree with you in that youtube and blogs can expose a lot of insecurities and make you vulnerable to the mean-spirited people out there. At the same time, social media has also been able to unite a lot of people around the world with the same "insecurities" and, in your case, make your petiteness a unique statement as evidenced in the increasing number of blogs for petite women.<br /><br />Being an asian woman myself, the definition of skinny/fat is very cultural. In north america, your frame is notably different from the majority of people around you. However, everything is relative. Even though I am an XS here in Canada, when I visit Asia, I am considered a M to L size there. So take heart and be aware that size is just a matter of opinion. The most important thing is to accept who you are, like you said, and consider yourself blessed!<br /><br />Thanks for the sharing your struggles and I'm really liking your blogs! I'm planning on purchasing some Korean products!<br /><br />AliAlisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17145446781523137335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-85934744827969780242012-03-12T01:23:48.737-07:002012-03-12T01:23:48.737-07:00안녕 Jen!!! I totally here you out and I understand ...안녕 Jen!!! I totally here you out and I understand you. Even though I'm only 12, I had a lot of prejudice because I was korean-american. People would be like, "What ARE you?!?!?!," and I'd say "I'm Korean" "What is Korea? Is it a bird?" they'd say. It made me really sad until now my brother (in freshman year) told me to just seek God and His righteous graciousness. So I am a believer and I hope He would bless your soul and heart and all of us here blogging today. I love all of you soo much!SHINeeGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18074915491419640916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-17731887190108884362011-12-28T23:13:24.269-08:002011-12-28T23:13:24.269-08:00hi jen! i discovered your work a few months ago an...hi jen! i discovered your work a few months ago and first off, i just want to say YOU'RE AWESOME and very BEAUTIFUL physically and personality-wise! which leads me to my next question, how tall are you? because from the tone of this post it seems like you're 3 feet tall or something. i'm 4'11" and so i completely understand where you're coming from in terms of self-image.Annyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07802260206858031827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-49025028021397636722011-10-26T22:05:49.931-07:002011-10-26T22:05:49.931-07:00Hi Jen, I'm Jilly from Indonesia. Sorry if my ...Hi Jen, I'm Jilly from Indonesia. Sorry if my English is not very good.. :) I just started to watch your video on youtube 2 days ago and I really love it. And then I knew that you've been struggled with acne. I have acne since 5 years ago (now it's better), when I entered university. I feel so depressed because that was a time when all the girls started to use make-up, wearing pretty clothes, and got a boyfriend. But I couldn't be like them. But that moments really change my character. I learned to thanked God for what I am and tried not to judge people based on their appearance. A beautiful heart is more important than a beautiful face. And what I see now, every woman is beautiful :)<br /><br />A few months ago, I started to work in photography and I join a make-up course. I have a passion to learn make-up in South Korea (it's my dream to go there ^^).<br />But now, thank God I found your video :)<br />I think we have many similarity..haha.. I wish I can meet you someday. Thank you, God bless you 언니~J. Storyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18203459970109021919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-55705868143025534902011-09-08T02:28:26.207-07:002011-09-08T02:28:26.207-07:00Hi Jen, today I stumbled upon your blog. And I mus...Hi Jen, today I stumbled upon your blog. And I must say that I am absolutely thrilled that you have monolids, as I do too! I love love love your videos!!!<br /><br />I also love this post of yours without make up :) You are such a confident, forward, mature lady. Thank you for opening up and being so real. I respect you!jane.is.the.paint.pastel.princesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05944549866457973075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-21884263211497017302011-09-02T08:50:17.614-07:002011-09-02T08:50:17.614-07:00You could easily be a motivator! This video almost...You could easily be a motivator! This video almost make me cry but I'm a tough girl ;)<br />When I watch your blog I always see a wonderful and funny woman who almost make my day. I'm not Asian so my eye shape is different and usually I don't wear a lot of make-up but I'm following you just because your personality!!!<br />I think you are exceptional and beautiful and we love you just the way you are!!! :)Bear Woodshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04636184151547782186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-80469337503500759622011-08-20T14:49:57.805-07:002011-08-20T14:49:57.805-07:00My parents and relatives have told my sister and m...My parents and relatives have told my sister and me that we're fat all of our lives. And I've never been much bigger than a size 4. If people told me i need to "eat a burger," I would cry of gratitude and happiness. I personally do not consider myself to be fat, but I still have sympathy for overweight people, which is something that most people in this world seem to lack (just look at the other comments on this post - e.g. "i bet those who r telling ya ur skinny r fat ass women!").<br /><br />In my opinion, people are much crueler to fat people than they are to skinny people. It is far more socially acceptable to be skinny. Every day, fat people are met with disgusted, judgmental stares from strangers, children pointing/laughing at them, bosses assuming they are lazy, etc. If you read comments online, people say HORRIBLE things about fat people.<br /><br />The reason people are less likely to tell a fat person they are fat (and more likely to tell a skinny person to "eat a burger") is because it is far more emotionally scarring and heartbreaking to hear that you are fat. For me personally, if a ton of people told me that I'm too skinny, I would be at most annoyed. But if even one person tells me that I'm fat, I burst into tears and wish I could become anorexic.<br /><br />I do sympathize with this post. My best friend growing up was always naturally stick thin, and people would always tell her to eat more. I would defend her all the time b/c I knew the comments bothered her, but I secretly envied how easy it is for her to stay thin. Honestly, I whole-heartedly believe that if she had been fat (or even just slightly chubby) instead of skinny, she would have led a much harder life.College Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11419310949245570817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-10390825774820715272011-08-05T23:02:27.913-07:002011-08-05T23:02:27.913-07:00Jen you are beautiful no matter what anyone else s...Jen you are beautiful no matter what anyone else says. Thank you for this video, you are such an inspiration to all :)charlene-annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15946261849148947157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-7345221835115704842011-07-19T08:22:49.840-07:002011-07-19T08:22:49.840-07:00wow i didn't know i would relate to this video...wow i didn't know i would relate to this video as much as i do right now. honestly, i've never actually had any insecurities about my body or how small i looked. sure, all my life i've been called short, a midget, anorexic, bony, someone even told me that i was an ant that they could crush in seconds. but seriously, im not sure why but i always had the strength to block those comments out and just be like watever your comments dont affect me. but when i watched this i realized that it really did hurt me. i jsut didnt want to accept it. mean rude people werent the only ones who called me names referring to my height or small-ness. my bestest friends always told me that i needed to eat more, that im anorexic and tiny. it kind of made me go, what? and i eat so much my mum gets scared. and when i do eat alot in front of people, they all go, oh look ur trying to eat alot huh? stop trying to be a fatty, ur just a skinny stick. it hurt yeah, but now, i really don't care about what they think about me, i dont care about what they say. <br />i've learnt to love being short and accept being the size i am. i know people out there that think short people are cute so im not afraid or worried about what people think about me. and neither should anyone else. <br />ur truly an inspiration, this video brought tears to my eyes :) <3molosoxnghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07809489324769805451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-24251146250421489722011-07-06T20:00:47.287-07:002011-07-06T20:00:47.287-07:00Lol hey Jen, don't worry about all other's...Lol hey Jen, don't worry about all other's comments. They're saying those to make themselves feel better about their own overly weighted body. Come to Korea or just Asia and you'll see how beautiful we Asians can be :p<br /><br />Anyways, hope to help, try online shopping for shoes and stuffs from Korea ^_^ They definitely carry your size =) Not being able to see the items before buying may be a little intimidating at first but once you get used to it, with the help of a good online store, its not that bad!mil hoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12253637073620567933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-61269987060669347532011-06-30T16:23:46.164-07:002011-06-30T16:23:46.164-07:00Hi Jen, I've been a lurker for a while and jus...Hi Jen, I've been a lurker for a while and just wanted to let you know that this post really resonated with me. I've appreciated all your posts on how to do makeup, but this post in particular really spoke to me. I had meant to comment before, but completely forgot, so just wanted to say great post, and thank you for sharing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-86270509883092050432011-06-29T19:51:08.012-07:002011-06-29T19:51:08.012-07:00This is my first response to your post after follo...This is my first response to your post after following you for about 6 months. Thank you so much for sharing. I grew up struggling with the very same things you went through; rude remarks for my height, for being asian. You have expressed the feelings that I couldn't quite express. Love ya girl. Best wishes.miy127https://www.blogger.com/profile/02373708042896530709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-26482020321629344152011-06-23T04:00:11.547-07:002011-06-23T04:00:11.547-07:00I think that's really brave of you to do, you ...I think that's really brave of you to do, you have my support!Charlotte's Framehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04581930496182150093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3265224172200387426.post-71367654459612470702011-06-16T20:50:34.529-07:002011-06-16T20:50:34.529-07:00Your post made me curious and as i was going throu...Your post made me curious and as i was going through urban dictionary online, i came across this LUDICROUS definition of "monolids" that tries to make them seem as if they give south-east and central Asians a "less pretty and more violent" look. It's really ironic because i envy my asian friends, they're soo naturally beautiful inside and out. Anyway i should let you know you're not alone in your image struggles. I love my body with a passion but others who don't feel the same way about themselves find that hard to accept. Makes it a little bit harder but not impossible. Hang in there love !!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com