We are now getting to the time where skimpy bathing suits, short shorts, and tank tops are taking over our wardrobe, and all I hear about from magazines, blogs, and Facebook post are how to get that summer body. What I'm not hearing though is everybody is different and everyone's version of a summer body is different.

Most girls want that skinny look with a flat tummy and perky booty, but for a lot of people that just isn't going to happen, and no one should be put down for that. The average size of a woman in American is a size 12, and these magazines are expecting your "summer body" to be around a size 2.

So why do we have to change our bodies just because we are going to have more skin showing?

The answer is we don't.

When you become not worried about getting that summer body and just enjoy who you are and how you look you can begin to enjoy your summer so much more! Summer is about having fun and taking a break from life, so why should we constantly be worried about getting that skinny body that is usually unrealistic.

Now, I'm not bashing anyone who wants to lose weight, I'm all about getting healthy and taking care of yourself. My stink is with people thinking that we NEED to be skinny just for summer and the reasons why we need to be skinny at this time.

My theory is that because it's the time of year that we wear fewer clothes they think it's displeasing to the eye to see someone who's not a size 2 wearing a bikini or short shorts. This is just another way that society puts out that we need to please others instead of making sure we are happy. As long as other people are happy with what they are seeing from us then who cares?

I care. And everyone should care.

There is nothing more important in this world than how I see myself and my self-esteem. As long as I am comfortable and happy with the skin I'm in, then it doesn't matter one bit what others think of me, and personally, I don't want anyone in my life who is going not love me for who I am.

This is something I hope to put into more people, especially girls, minds. Because once you stop worrying about a "summer body" and love what you are, then your whole world can change and make you a better all-around person.