BDO: What advice do you have for women or young girls on dealing with their body image flaws?
KS: I have done some nipping and tucking on myself and have felt like there is still more work that I would like to have done. I have even entertained the thought that maybe I would like to get the weight loss surgery and have my stomach cut down, but one thing I have learned is though no matter what you do it still requires discipline. Self discipline is one of the fruits of the Spirit and that has to be mastered. We can have a quick fix and have the look that we want but we still have to love ourselves enough to have self discipline. This can apply to a lot of things. It could be a spending habit or an addiction. Since the purchase of my new home, I have had to acquire discipline with my spending. So, self discipline is a way of loving yourself and loving the areas that you see as flawed, but understanding those are the ones that God gave you. Those flaws are the parts of you God sees as beautiful. It is important to find appreciation for them because when we don’t, we will find unhealthy fillers to fulfill those voids that cause more damage than good. I would encourage women to surround themselves with women who love themselves. Having healthy connections, be it mentally, spiritually in our relationships is key.
During this season in my life I have become much closer to my mom and she is my healthy connection. Being able to share and talk to her has made a major impact in my life.
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BDO: What are some current or future projects you are working on?
KS: Well, I have been asked to come back and be on “Sunday’s Best” and that is a blessing that they’ve counted me in again. People are always eager to hear what I have to say and contribute on the show.
I have a clothing line, Eleven60, for the plus size woman. Recently, I learned that the average size of an American woman is between a size 12 and 14 and that’s considered a plus size woman, however, there is a fashion void for designers who cater to them. My goal weight is still considered full figured, so, for myself and other women within the plus size community I want to offer high fashion trends, with style, class and grace. Cute stuff that a plus size woman would wear and not have to deal with it cutting into her thighs or not fitting right. Plus size fashion that still make her feel sexy with class.
I also have a pantyhose line, “Sheers by Sheard,” that is currently in Walgreens now. So as you can see I have a lot going on and great things in the works.
BDO: Final question: What is your favorite song on GRACELAND?
KS: Oh wow, that’s hard. It’s hard to name one. I have a couple if that’s ok… “Moving Forward,” “In You” and my interludes before the songs.
Graceland is available on iTunes here. For more on Kierra Sheard, follow @kierrasheard. In the meantime, check out the single “Flaws” below.
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Kierra Sheard: Her Journey To GRACELAND… was originally published on blackdoctor.org
