Pop sensation Demi Lovato recently opened up about the profound impact of beauty standards during her adolescence, shedding light on her personal journey with self-acceptance and resilience.
Embracing both she and they pronouns, Lovato imparted invaluable advice to her younger self, emphasizing the importance of setting individual standards rather than succumbing to societal norms. In a heartfelt interview with People magazine, the multifaceted artist emphasized, "What I would tell my teenage self is don't hold yourself to anybody else's standards but your own."
Encouraging a message of self-love and introspection, Lovato underscored the significance of nurturing a positive self-image irrespective of age. "And if your own becomes too critical, then look within yourself and try to find that self-love," they expressed. "I think it's really important to find self-love no matter what age you are."
With a career spanning from her early days on 'Barney & Friends' to her meteoric rise on Disney Channel and beyond, Lovato has had ample opportunity to reflect on the notions of beauty and aging within the music industry. Having amassed an impressive discography of eight albums, Lovato's journey has been marked by introspection and growth.
Drawing from her experiences on set, Lovato shared invaluable beauty advice garnered from industry experts. Reflecting on her diligence towards skincare, Lovato disclosed, "The best beauty tip that I've got from someone on set is to never sleep in your makeup. I never did that anyways, but to hear it over again was just really important and kind of stuck with me."
However, Lovato's journey hasn't been devoid of challenges, as they've candidly addressed struggles with bullying, addiction, and mental health. Recalling the dark days of online harassment during periods of vulnerability, Lovato revealed how they've since developed healthier coping mechanisms to combat negativity on social media.
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