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Virginia Woolf Quote:

Virginia Woolf Quote

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This Virginia Woolf quote really spoke to me with where I am in my life this year. I remember going to my current therapist for the first time and telling her I had no idea who I was because I had spent my life being who everyone else needed me to be. With her help and conscious effort on my part, I am finally discovering myself and I love it. It’s like meeting myself for the first time and also realising that I’m enough as I am.

I straightened my hair the other day because I went for a wedding and thought I would share the pictures. It’s been ages since I’ve straightened my hair and honestly I don’t miss it. I like my curls. And just FYI, I haven’t smoothed my face to oblivion, my phone camera does that automatically especially at night because my phone is SUPER old. I usually use my cousin’s phone for my other pictures but I used mine for these. Apologies for the bad quality images, if anyone wants to take pictures of me pro-bono, I’m looking to hire lol… And yes my eyebrows are fully back- yay!

Me with straightened hair

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94 responses to “Virginia Woolf Quote”

  1. Kate@athousandbitsofpaper Avatar
    Kate@athousandbitsofpaper

    I remember saying once “why do I dread going to places sometimes” and the reply was that we can sometimes dread not the people or the event but the donning of our social mask ..and that really hit me, this quote is the same. When we realise that nothing else is required other than to just be ourselves it is such a relief. And you look lovely Pooja, nice to see you 😊

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      That’s so true, I’ve noticed as well that I’m no longer exhausted by socialising now that I try to be myself more. Thanks so much 😊

      Reply
    2. The Mindful Migraine Blog Avatar
      The Mindful Migraine Blog

      We sound very similar 🤩 (you look lovely P🥰)

      Reply
      1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
        P. J. Gudka

        Aw thank you! 😊

        Reply
        1. The Mindful Migraine Blog Avatar
          The Mindful Migraine Blog

          so welcome! xx

          Reply
  2. wrookieschu Avatar
    wrookieschu

    Great quote!

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. trE Avatar
    trE

    Yaaassss! Your eyebrows look great!

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you! I’m still waxing them myself but I’m A LOT more careful 😅

      Reply
      1. trE Avatar
        trE

        You’re most welcome! I bet you are! You’re doing a great job! Save that money however you can!

        Reply
        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          Yup, this is one of those things I can just do myself. Thank you!

          Reply
  4. L.G. Avatar
    L.G.

    Great quotes, so true

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, glad you agree too.

      Reply
  5. John Avatar
    John

    I love the quote, everyone should think that way. You look very beautiful, Pooja! 🥰

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      I think so too, we should be ourselves as much as we can be. Thank you so much! 😊❤️

      Reply
      1. John Avatar
        John

        You are welcome Pooja! ❤️

        Reply
  6. thomasstigwikman Avatar
    thomasstigwikman

    It is a good quote. It is very common to feel that you have to behave a certain way or wear a mask. As you get older that need seems to become reduced.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you. I think so too, I’ve noticed that as I get older I’m much more comfortable in my own skin.

      Reply
  7. Lokesh Avatar
    Lokesh

    Hi Pooja!
    I don’t know why, posts like this make me PAUSE for some time. They talk to me directly.
    I feel as if we two are sitting in a common room and discussing this basic stuff of life.

    Like it’s good to get someone who hears you, and with whom you share how you feel. It’s a complete transparent and genuine process; no filters, no extra drama
    So your phone’s camera isn’t bad too. My phone is one year old only, and it clicks blurry photos all time.😂 The increased brightness it also the by default feature of this phone’s camera.

    When you see lots of images generated by AI who appears to be PERFECT the real blurry photos really gives them tough challenge. Life is blurry too.

    I share a highlight: “With her help and conscious effort on my part, I am finally discovering myself and I love it. It’s like meeting myself for the first time and also realising that I’m enough as I am.”

    Reading this made me happy regarding you, that you are able to discover yourself properly now onwards. Though I didn’t feel while reading your old posts that you didn’t know yourself enough.
    Still if this self discovery was needed, you should surely😃 feel proud for your achievement.

    Telling yourself that “I AM ENOUGH” is one of the best line, in your toughest time. Even I’m relearning that. I repeat that often in my mind.

    Thank you for sharing!😄🙏🏼
    Have a nice week (at least decent) ahead! 👍🏼

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks, I try to make my posts more conversational these days so I’m glad that’s coming through. Haha yes, most cameras are blurry sometimes but I felt mine was more blurry than usual this time.

      Thanks so much. Yes, we are enough as we are. Have a great week too 😊

      Reply
      1. Lokesh Avatar
        Lokesh

        So far it is all good.

        Have a great you too, Pooja!

        Reply
  8. Jixi Fox Avatar
    Jixi Fox

    😁😁😁

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      😊😀

      Reply
  9. Joseph Glidden Avatar
    Joseph Glidden

    I like the quote. It is very true. I like your pics. Hope you had fun at the wedding.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad you liked the quote and thanks so much. Yeah, it was a fun wedding.

      Reply
  10. shivatje Avatar
    shivatje

    🙏🌹

    Aum Shanti

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      🙏🙏

      Reply
  11. Carolyn Page Avatar
    Carolyn Page

    Love the quote – so down to earth. It reminds me of the saying – “Be yourself, everyone else is taken.” But, as you’ve mentioned, sometimes it takes a little soul searching to find ourselves! So pleased for you, Pooja; and you look just like you… 😉 😉 the way you should be… 😎

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      A very similar sentiment. Yes, sometimes we need a little soul searching and someone to point us in the right direction! Thank you so much 😊

      Reply
  12. katiemiafrederick Avatar
    katiemiafrederick

    SMiLes Dear Pooja i Can Surely Relate
    to Being a Cog in the Machine of Work
    And School For So Many Decades Then

    When a Hurricane Came Through and
    Destroyed the Infrastructure Without

    School and Work to Fit in as A Cog
    in those Machines There Seemed

    To be Nothing
    Authentic of
    me Other

    Than Being
    A Cog in a Machine

    You Look Serene to me in
    Your Photo Shoot Hehe With
    Your Old Smart Phone Smoothing

    Any Potential
    Lines A Away

    Yet it’s True We All
    Have a Deadline yet to arrive

    Just Making the Best oF iT All
    Now
    With
    SMiLes
    Takes
    Care of Time..:)

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Yeah, school and work tries to reshape who you are and eventually wake up and realise you have no idea who you truly are. But luckily, those of us that try to learn to be ourselves once more are able to rediscover the joy of just being.
      Thanks so much, I’ve been practicing the Mona Lisa look haha.

      Reply
      1. katiemiafrederick Avatar
        katiemiafrederick

        Considering that A Painting of a Centuries
        Old Mona Lisa Is the Most Valuable Painting

        In the World at Close to a Billion Dollars

        Perhaps a Painting Would Be
        A Greater Investment than

        Only a Photo Op

        For Your Mona
        Lisa Look Dear Pooja

        Really You Don’t Have to
        Do Mona Lisa Just the All Natural

        Pooja Yes
        We Will

        Just Call
        It ‘THE Pooja’
        Just You No Trying
        to Look Like Anyone Yet

        The Unique
        Pooja Indeed
        With a Serene Smile…

        Yet It’s True Even in a Photo
        There Truly Is an ‘Observer Effect’

        in Communion

        Tween
        Artist and
        Subject that
        Creates a Brand
        New Creation of Existence

        What Makes Selfies So Interesting
        Is the Artist Becomes The Subject As One

        Play
        of Art…

        Ah Yes in the
        MaGiC of ‘The
        Looking Glass’☺️🙌

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        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          I would love to sit for a painting, that sounds so fun. Maybe someday! Yes, it’s fascinating because with selfies we take them to see ourselves as we see us. With paintings we see ourselves through the eyes of the painter.

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          1. katiemiafrederick Avatar
            katiemiafrederick

            Faces Paint Unlimiting
            Hues Of Human
            Emotions Every
            SMile Is
            A Unique
            Dance And
            Song To Behold

            iN
            EYeS
            Of Humanity

            Dear Pooja

            Keep Painting!☺️🙌

            Reply
  13. radiosarahc Avatar
    radiosarahc

    It’s a great quote. I think most of us, especially women, have felt how you have at some point, keep going! You look lovely in your pictures 🙂

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad you liked the quote and yeah I’ve talked to so many friends that have experienced something similar. Thanks so much! 😊

      Reply
  14. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    I never tried to be someone else- though others tried to lecture me on changing my traits.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      I love that, I’m glad you didn’t let anyone change you and continue to be your authentic self.

      Reply
      1. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        Haha! Perhaps others aren’t that happy about this 🥳🥳🥳

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        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          That’s their problem, you keep being you 😅😉

          Reply
          1. Sadje Avatar
            Sadje

            Lol! 😂

            Reply
  15. donnajburkholder Avatar
    donnajburkholder

    Great Virginia Woolf quote! I loved hearing how much you’ve grown in therapy in terms of sense of self and self-love. Made me smile.☺️

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad you enjoyed the quote. Thanks so much, it’s been really nice to rediscover myself! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Pramod M Avatar
    Pramod M

    Great Quote👏 thanks for sharing Pooja, your new look is so cute and pictures taken are well 👌

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you so much 😊

      Reply
      1. Pramod M Avatar
        Pramod M

        You are welcome

        Reply
  17. clcouch123 Avatar
    clcouch123

    The quotation by Virginia Woolf is a good selection on your part, since what’s emphasized is who we are, apart and better from the mask or style (though I imagine there are times for these). I am reminded of the oft-quoted claim by Oscar Wilde that we might as well be ourselves since everyone else is taken. From one curled person to another.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad you liked the quote. Yes, I think sometimes that mask is necessary and we should know when to pull back a little but for the most part we should try to be ourselves. Definitely a similar sentiment with that Oscar Wilde quote (one of my favs too!).

      Reply
  18. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Eyebrow game is fire! 😀

    The quote is perfect. It’s so hard to learn to just to be comfortable in our own souls and skins.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you!! So true, it took me ages to even get to where I am now.

      Reply
  19. A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA Avatar
    A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA

    Enjoyed the quote. It’s great that you like the curls in your hair, but neat to try it straight too.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad you enjoyed the quote and yeah it’s fun to try something new too.

      Reply
  20. destiny Avatar
    destiny

    “with only one and a half eyebrows” 😂…lol, Pooja …i had missed that post – and I’m glad i got to go back to it through your link… 🤭 …i think you looked cute…especially with your hair there…

    And you look great here ✨️… hair and eyebrows too…😋

    a profound quote shared … 🤍

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Lol glad you found it now and it was such a laugh when I was walking around with only 1 1/2 eyebrows 😅
      Aw thanks so much 💕

      Reply
      1. destiny Avatar
        destiny

        pleasure…🤍

        a lovely light nature you have, Pooja …✨️

        Reply
        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          Life gets boring if we don’t laugh especially at our silly mistakes 😅

          Reply
  21. Edward Ortiz Avatar
    Edward Ortiz

    Wonderful quote and photos, Pooja.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you so much.

      Reply
      1. Edward Ortiz Avatar
        Edward Ortiz

        You’re very welcome.

        Reply
  22. ianscyberspace Avatar
    ianscyberspace

    Nice pictures Pooja

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much.

      Reply
  23. emosobriety Avatar
    emosobriety

    Love Virginia Woolf. I overplucked my brows earlier this year, and they’re finally growing in. Yours look great.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      I’ve actually not read anything by Virginia Woolf but recently got one of her books on sale and am excited to read it. Oh no, glad they’re growing back though. Thanks so much.

      Reply
  24. Elsie LMC Avatar
    Elsie LMC

    That quote is so true! Your hair is lovely, I had my eye on your glasses! I just got the same prescription put in an pair and am snooping around looking at different styles so thoughts automatically went there 🤣. Its so nice that therapy is helpful for you ✨️💗

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Aw thanks so much! I love these glasses and have had them for quite a while. I’m sure whichever you pick will look very cute!

      Reply
  25. Carol anne Avatar
    Carol anne

    I’d love to have curly hair! I’m so jealous lol!

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      It’s all fun and games with curls till you have to style it lol! 😂

      Reply
  26. Christina @ The Bookshelf Corner Avatar
    Christina @ The Bookshelf Corner

    This quote certainly hits home. Definitely something to remember.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad the quote resonated for you as well.

      Reply
  27. Christopher Hall Avatar
    Christopher Hall

    Yes you are pretty on the outside. But what makes you even more beautiful is you being you unapologetically like you have been! That quote absolutely says everything! 👍🏻❤️

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Aw thanks so much, that’s so sweet of you to say!! ❤️

      Reply
      1. Christopher Hall Avatar
        Christopher Hall

        Absolutely! 😊❤️

        Reply
  28. Michele Lee Avatar
    Michele Lee

    Stopping by to say hi to beautiful you. 👋🏻 Wonderful quote and author. I’m with you on curls over straightening. 👍🏻 Hope you’re having a wonderful week! 💛

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Hey, I’m so glad you enjoyed it and I am having a great week- thank you! Hope you are as well! 💗

      Reply
      1. Michele Lee Avatar
        Michele Lee

        So glad! All is well. Thank you! 💗

        Reply
        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          You’re so welcome, have an awesome weekend! 💕

          Reply
          1. Michele Lee Avatar
            Michele Lee

            💕🙏🏻

            Reply
  29. Janice Reid Avatar
    Janice Reid

    Yes my dear just be you 💕.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Trying my best to do just that 😊💗

      Reply
  30. SiriusSea Avatar
    SiriusSea

    Such a good quote and sentiment … btw, this post made me so happy! I love that you are kinda meeting yourself anew and that resonates, plus your pics are really pretty – I agree flat irons are weapons (lol) and my arms lose strength, and the back is never done right! Yours is flirty and cute … I do love the curls most though! 😀 Stay your perfect self!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Aw thanks so much, I’m so glad you enjoyed it! The back is the hardest, mine always curls itself back even when I straighten it 😂 Aw thank you! 💕

      Reply
  31. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    You’re beautiful, Pooja, and the quote is an excellent one to live by.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Aw thank you and glad you enjoyed the quote.

      Reply
  32. Milena Alien Avatar
    Milena Alien

    Hey Pooja,
    It’s a nice quote, takes some time to fully comprehend but it’s totally worth it.
    – My week was busy with work, we are slammed due to black Friday, the deals started yesterday so the sales are out of control.
    – I could definitely take your pics the only problem we have to be on the same continent at least. Preferably same state, haha
    – Today I have listened to Gabor Mate, very insightful stuff as always. https://youtu.be/qiWRJK0WW4I?si=glf-GyQ_cMyuQ8XP
    – also I have made lentil soup which is great and kompot , stewed fruit drink you can have cold or hot. Made it with cranberries, dried figs and dried apricots.

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  33. Farming Writers Avatar
    Farming Writers

    Nice

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much.

      Reply
  34. Cindy Georgakas Avatar
    Cindy Georgakas

    Love the quote and love you and your new dew!!!! What I love the most is that you are happy in your own skin and know who you are! You are amazing and so beautiful inside and out, Pooja! 🩷

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  35. pk 🌎 Avatar
    pk 🌎

    Great quote 💓
    Grettings regards 🌎🇪🇦

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you, nice to see you here again 💕

      Reply
  36. Susi Bocks Avatar
    Susi Bocks

    I agree with the quote. When you feel good in your skin and accept yourself, there is no anxiety. There is calm. 🙂

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Yes, exactly. We feel so much more comfortable when we’re being ourselves.

      Reply
      1. Susi Bocks Avatar
        Susi Bocks

        Yep!

        Reply
  37. Dawn Avatar
    Dawn

    I love the quote, but making it reality is a LOT of hard work.

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      That’s so true!

      Reply

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