Love Yourself: Why “L” Stands for Large and That’s Perfectly OK
For a long time, I struggled to understand clothing sizes—those simple letters: S, M, L. It took me even longer to accept which size I truly was. “L” stands for Large, but its meaning depends on perspective.
Motherhood brought me extra kilograms, and with them, the fear that my body had changed in ways I couldn’t control. Many of us think weight gain or size changes are a distant problem—until they happen to us. Suddenly, we wonder if men will stop seeing us as the “hot foxes” we once believed we were.
But here’s the truth: size is just a label, not a definition of beauty.
Motherhood and the Shift to “L”
After years of figuring out where I stood in terms of body confidence and sexuality, motherhood made “L” my new normal size. Growing up, I compared myself to my mother, who wore mini skirts and never reached size L. As a teenager full of pimples, I felt overshadowed by her confidence.
When it came to my own style, instead of celebrating my body, I hid in oversized clothing. I was scared of “L” because I thought petite meant I should only wear “S.” But the truth is, petite doesn’t always equal small. Sometimes, petite equals large—and that’s okay.
The Strange Relationship With Size
When I first received L-sized clothes as a gift, it felt strange. When even L didn’t fit anymore, it felt worse. Social media didn’t help—until I realized even influencers struggle with body changes after motherhood.
The problem wasn’t simply overeating. It was lifestyle. We exercise less, we have less time for ourselves, and we bury mental frustrations instead of dealing with them. We succeed in many areas of life but often fail to care for ourselves.
“L” isn’t just a size—it’s also a reflection of how we live and how we embrace life.
Embracing “L” With Confidence
Here’s the first signal of change: you are okay at any size, as long as you feel okay. But it’s also important to recognize when weight gain comes from self-abandonment. That’s when change is needed—not for society, but for your health and your peace of mind.
When I finally embraced my size L, stopped hiding, and started practicing self-care, I noticed something incredible. My body responded. By dedicating even a few hours to myself—to move, read, and reflect—I started feeling lighter, inside and out. Confidence brought more transformation than dieting ever could.
L Is Just a Number, Not Your Worth
Today, I’m shopping for a new swimsuit. For years, I bought pieces that were too big or too small, never truly choosing something that celebrated the “me” I liked. Now, I’m ready to pick something that resonates with my real size—and with the woman I have become.
Because here’s the ultimate truth: L is just a number. What really matters is your state of mind, your confidence, and the way you love yourself—at any size.
