When I hear the phrase “What matters is on the inside,” I can’t help but roll my eyes. What’s really inside a person? Intestines, for starters. Then there’s blood vessels, mucous membranes, and the brain. Let’s not forget waste and gases, too. Our insides are a mishmash of parts and systems, much like a car. A body is not a destination; it’s a mode of transportation. So, slap that on your favorite stock photo and tag your best pals!
Now, where is your body—whether it’s a size 2, 12, or 22—taking you today? Perhaps to get ice cream? Sounds delightful! Cardio Alligator Wrestling? Not for me, but you do you! Just keep in mind, if your only focus is on the vehicle, you won’t reach your true destination.
Instead, think of your body as a trusty coupe or a robust Mack truck. Keep it fueled, maintain it regularly—this is just a metaphor for staying healthy, right? It’s perfectly fine to take pride in your appearance, but remember, that doesn’t define your worth.
When we echo the phrase “What’s on the inside counts,” what we really mean is that our bodies are secondary to what we contribute to the world. I’m talking about the laughter we share, the help we give, and our emotional connections. These are the things that matter far more than our physical shape. Frankly, the size of someone’s body has little to do with their value—unless you need someone to reach that high shelf or to retrieve an earring from the sink!
We often overlook this truth when we look in the mirror. Yet, we notice it in others all the time. When someone brings joy, helps us, or simply makes us laugh, their physical traits fade into the background. Take that quirky classmate who made you giggle or cheered you on during your performance. Once they added value to your life, their flaws became endearing.
Attraction is fundamentally emotional. When we connect meaningfully, we start to appreciate each other more holistically. I like your energy; now I see your smile differently. This is how connections evolve.
Ultimately, we should prioritize our health so we can engage fully with life and those around us. When we’re gone, no one will remember our weight or height; they’ll remember how we made them feel. A heartfelt eulogy won’t start with “Jamie was 140 pounds, 5’2”, and had brown hair.” Instead, it’ll be filled with memories of laughter and love.
Let’s move away from obsessing over scales and measurements. I’m somewhere in the middle of my life and have no idea how much time I have left. I might spend my last moments regretting a bad movie choice, but I refuse to waste them on body affirmations that keep me fixated on numbers.
I plan to exercise and eat well because I want to live a long, healthy life. But next time I walk, I’ll bring my scale along to toss it in the trash. Instead of measuring my worth by my body, I’ll focus on how many smiles I create, hugs I give, and times I hold my tongue in carpool.
Maybe I’ll even gauge my self-worth by how many slices of pizza I share with friends without counting calories.
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Summary
Emphasizing the importance of what’s on the inside, this piece encourages readers to value emotional connections and contributions over physical appearance. It calls for a shift away from obsession with body measurements, promoting health and meaningful interactions instead.