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[:en]To get in the mood for a great start of this new year I thought this photo shoot among colorful buildings in Copenhagen would do the trick and partly it did. As you might have seen, heard or noticed I’ve been a bit down and lost lately, but now I’m back, determined like never before.
I haven’t made any life changing decisions quite yet, but I am working harder than ever to make 2018 the best year of my life and to be honest, it hasn’t begun badly at all, quite the opposite. I’m full of energy, self love and loving life itself right now. One could think I’m in love as I’m experiencing the same kind of euphoria as a person in love does, but I’m just high on life.
I’ve given myself and thus life a whole new perspective. I’ve broadened my vision, but narrowed my goals and thus have made them more achievable. What those goals are you will be aware of in due time, but big changes are to come. For the better.
I’m not saying I’m feeling like I’m on top of the world quite yet, I’m just saying that there’s an optimism in me I haven’t felt for a long time. An optimism that brings out all the good in me (and there’s a lot of that, hah) and basically makes me feel mentally prepared for anything. I still struggle with stuff like not being content with myself, my work, my body, comparing myself to others and so forth, but a lot less than I did just a few weeks ago.
I’ve actually realized I’m perfectly good just the way I am and if someone doesn’t think so, why should I care? So cheers to 2018 and cheers to believing in yourself!
Photographer: Joanna Bladh, Photostory
Follow me on Instagram, here. [:sv]För att komma i rätt sinnesstämning för detta inlägg tänkte jag att en plåtning bland Nyhavns färgglada hus skulle hjälpa till och delvis gjorde de också det. Som ni kanske sett, hört eller märkt så har jag varit en smula nere och vilsen på sistone, men nu är jag tillbaka mer bestämd än någonsin förr.
Än så länge har jag inte gjort något livsomvälvande beslut, men jag jobbar hårdare än någonsin på att göra 2018 ett bättre år för mig på alla plan och ärligt talat har det inte börjat dåligt, tvärtom. Jag är full av energi, kärlek till mig själv och livet självt just nu. Man kunde nästan tro att jag är kär då jag upplever samma euforiska känslor som en person som är kär, men jag är hög på livet helt enkelt.
Jag har gett mig själv och således hela mitt liv ett nytt perspektiv. Jag har vidgat mina vyer, men begränsat mina olika målsättningar och därmed gjort dem mer uppnåbara. Vad dessa målsättningar är kommer ni bli varse om i sinom tid, men stora förändringar är på väg. Mot det bättre.
Jag säger inte att jag är sjukligt lycklig och står som Leo di Caprio i fören av Titanic och skriker ut något idiotiskt, men jag har inlemmat en optimism i mitt liv som inte funnits där förr. Åtminstone inte på väldigt, väldigt länge. Den här optimismen lyfter fram mina bästa sidor (vilka det finns det finns gott om, haha) och gör mig förberedd på vad som helst kan man säga. Jag kämpar fortfarande med att inte vara nöjd med mig själv, mitt jobb, min kropp och att jämföra mig själv med andra för att nämna några saker, men nu i mycket mindre skala än bara några veckor sedan.
Jag har äntligen förstått att jag duger fullkomligt väl precis så som jag är och om någon inte håller med, varför skulle jag bry mig. Så välkommen 2018 och våga tro på dig själv!
Fotograf: Joanna Bladh, Photostory
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Mariann Yip
January 2, 2018 at 3:32 pmI love this post so much because I am so happy that you feel a sense of optimism and it really radiates through the writing. Secondly, I have been struggling with my first post of the year and this really inspired me to write an introductory 2018 post because I can relate to how you’re feeling so cheers to the new year and all the exciting things to come for us!
Valeria
January 2, 2018 at 4:00 pmIf I must be honest I was a bit worried after reading your previous post. I didn’t feel the healthy vibes that on the other hand are overflowing from your first post of the year. So glad to hear that you feel better and love yourself. It’s definitely unhealthy comparing oneself to others. That said, you stand out like such a successful, stylish and handsome boy, I can’t really imagine which flaws you see in yourself. But our brain plays tricks on us. So glad you are seeing more clearly now. Big hugs, Valeria
LAFOTKA
January 2, 2018 at 4:11 pmAww love this little update of your feels and excitement for 2018! A colourful one in all senses. You look fab and I love your city shots.
Hugs
Tatyana xz
Anthony @oh_anthonio
January 2, 2018 at 8:46 pmLoving the positivity to start the new year! We’ve all had our self doubts before but I’m glad you’re overcoming then and learning to love yourself again! Cheers to much success in 2018!
Gina Diaz
January 3, 2018 at 4:30 amSo great to read your first post of the year, Thomas! also it is an incredible mood and attitude to embrace 2018. Shots are always are absolutely incredible as well as your awesome style. Can’t wait to follow all your new adventures :)) happiest new year!!
sending much love, Gina
Samjah
January 3, 2018 at 5:30 amDefinitely cheers to 2018 and always believing in yourself! Life can be hard and get us all down. That’s normal. The thing we mustn’t do is stay down. That’s where the problem lies. Looks to me like you’re conquering every negative thought and vibe you get. You’re not staying down. And that’s the key to winning. You will be just fine Thomas!
Aimara
January 3, 2018 at 3:55 pmBeautiful photos as usual! I like that you narrowed your goals to make them more achievable and that you are feeling great on this new year Tom. That’s the way to start! Believing in yourself really changes everything!
Cheers to an awesome 2018! Make it the best one yet!
XO
Aimara
http://www.waysofstyle.com
Darlene
January 3, 2018 at 6:26 pmI feel like everyone’s really excited for 2018. I am so happy to hear about yours, on how excited you are! 2017 was definitely a hard year for most. I can’t wait to see what you bring out on your blog this 2018! Best of Luck Thomas!
xxx
Darlene
Open Kloset
January 3, 2018 at 6:33 pmHey Darling Thomas
Wish you Happy 2018:)
I hope that you are Better and I know that we all have Good and Bad Times and We have to be Strong and Try to Be positive:)
Ps: Love your Look, So Nice Jacket and that Bag…. So In Love:)
Love, Kisses
Karina
Bianca
January 3, 2018 at 9:10 pmI’m so excited to hear what’s coming for you in 2018!!! Sending tons of positivity your way and I love that duffle!!
Sheree
January 3, 2018 at 9:11 pmI love how the colors of your background are accenting your style and, of course, your positivity! A whole new perspective for a new year! Cheers to an amazing 2018!
~ xo Sheree
PoshClassyMom.com
Samatha Mariko
January 4, 2018 at 2:24 pmAw Thomas, this was a heartwarming post. I’m very glad your 2018 started off well and that you feel inspired to achieve many things this year. I feel the same way, and while it’s a bit overwhelming for just to think about all the things I’d like to accomplish, I’ll probably take things step by step and just go with the flow. Copenhagen looks so beautiful in these photos! I really hope I can make it over there this year 🙂
xo Samantha
Victoria
January 4, 2018 at 8:53 pmI love the positive vibes you’re bringing for the new year. I wish you the best in this 2018 Thomas. ❤️
Aliya
January 4, 2018 at 11:57 pmStay positive my friend. Someone told me today be original be you! You’re perfect the way you are.
Meg
January 6, 2018 at 2:12 amYou look great! And I hope you have an amazing 2018. By the way, I am obsessed with colorful buildings, too. I wish I lived somewhere like this!
http://www.meghanlaurie.com
Dom Baza
January 6, 2018 at 4:17 amDear brother,
I am so happy to see you looking great and feeling great. I hope this year will continue to be good for you. You deserve good and you deserve to be happy. Something has got to give, this year has to be better for us all. Always in your corner and rooting for you. Hope to see you this year.
Love your brother,
Dom
Jen
January 6, 2018 at 4:21 amI really admire your optimism Thomas! You need to believe in yourself because you are the most important person to yourself. I have such great hopes for you and know you will succeed personally and professionally this coming year. I wish you the best in all that you do and can’t wait to see your journey!
Gabriela Vera
January 7, 2018 at 9:25 pmHey Thomas,
I’m so glad you are starting the year feeling determined. I know I was feeling the same way before the year ended and now I’m back and better than ever. I usually workout to feel even more determined. It helps me feel better and more energized. Keep it up Thomas, love reading your blog.
XO,
Gabriela Vera
http://www.gverastyle.blogspot.com
Sharon Wu
January 7, 2018 at 9:30 pmHappy new year Thomas! I hope 2018 has been treating you well so far. I am loving this cozy look — I may have to steal that olive bomber from you haha the color is perf!! xo, sharon
http://www.stylelullaby.com/fashion/nothing-but-good-times/
Kamen Kamenov
January 8, 2018 at 2:32 pmThat is the right way to start the new year babe. Positive and optimistic… full of energy and love. What a cool and comforting combo in general. I know you don’t make resolutions… you make things happen. But anyway I wish you that the year 2018 is simply the best one for you yet. I am sure you will achieve greatness… kinda Meredith Grey style… cause I know you are great… Lots of love from germany
Helen
January 9, 2018 at 12:24 amLove how you’ve started your 2018 on such a positive note Thomas! I agree that we should definitely learn to love ourselves and be happy with just the way we are!! We’re all so incredibly lucky to have the lives that we have – especially us as bloggers!
Can’t wait to see what 2018 has planned for you!!!
Helen xx
Sheree
January 9, 2018 at 12:49 amI am happy to see that you have a positive new perspective to start the New Year off strong! It is great that you are starting off your new year healthy and happy. I love all of the colors in the shoot, the buildings create a great backdrop!
~ xo Sheree
PoshClassyMom.com
marcy
January 9, 2018 at 4:43 amI’m so glad you are starting the 2018 with the right foot so much optimism and energy Thomas!! This colourful place in Copenhagen is such a beautiful place and it giving me major wanderlust vibes. I hope i can make it here this new year 🙂 Keep the good energy coming
xoxo
Marcy
Eliza
January 9, 2018 at 9:18 amCopenhagen is one of my favourite cities and definitely Nyhavn is one of the best shootings spots! Love all the colourful building around and the atmosphere. Really like your outfit choices, the trainers are on point!
Cheers, Eliza | http://www.fashion-confession.com
Kirsten Wendlandt
January 10, 2018 at 1:55 amThomas, I love your optimism in going into a new year. I tend to flip flop between being super optimistic and being scared that I’m going to screw things up. Isn’t it crazy how we can all of a sudden lose confidence in ourselves? I’m so looking forward to following your journey for another year, and I hope above anything it is a successful one for us both.
xox Kirsten // http://www.kirstenwendlandt.com
Jacqueline
January 10, 2018 at 5:38 amI think these are all things people struggle with. The end of the year brings a lot of reflecting and sort of summing up your growth as an individual while the beginning of the year brings a lot of positivity and energy! I think it’s great to care less what others think and believing in yourself. It’s what matters most. I think.
Darya
January 10, 2018 at 12:25 pmHi Thomas,
Love reading your thoughts about the life. You are always so positive and determined. No doubt, that good changes will come if you are working for it.
xoxo
Darya
amanda
January 10, 2018 at 5:07 pmIn numerology 20-18 is a great year for optimism and success as it’s the year of 11 with higher vibrational energies… if you believe in all of that. 2017 was an annoying year for me for certain, with health issues and extended family drama, I was ready to put it aside and only after being oddly optimistic about 2018 did I look all of that up! It seems that a lot of people are feeling this way! I totally agree with you when you talked about narrowing goals. I think that’s a big part of the focus, not feeling like you’re floating around aimlessly not really accomplishing anything in whole. You look magnificent in your outfit and I’m excited to follow along with you on this year!
Manda Lee | EvocativelyChosen.com
sirin isik
January 10, 2018 at 6:08 pmI love Copenhagen, Such a gorg. colors and beautiful streets to shoot. I’m so looking forward to following your journey, and I hope above anything it is a successful for you!
xx Sirin
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michelle
January 11, 2018 at 2:09 amLife is full of highs and lows – good to hear things are looking up and your positive go-getter attitude is back! Wishing you an amazing 2018 – only good things ahead! And Love these pics! Loving your luxury/street vibe 🙂
XO
http://www.lehoarder.com/
Tandya
January 11, 2018 at 4:22 amI’m wishing the best for you in 2018! Self love is everything and I am so excited to see what you’re up to in the coming year! I have also broadened my vision, but narrowed my goals! It allows you to focus more.
Best wishes!
Tandya
http://www.simplytandya.com
Jo
January 11, 2018 at 8:11 pmHappy New Year, Thomas! I’m happy to hear you’re finding your stride again and I am sure you will go above and beyond your goals in 2018. Here’s to an amazing start and yessss! believing in yourself!
xoxo,
Jo
Eva
January 11, 2018 at 10:17 pmYes dear. Such a great news and can’t be otherswise. You’re so talented andr you can realize what are you want . The only one limit is on our minds. I want to know more amdmpre about your future goals .
Xx
Eva
http://www.themermaidfashion.com
Rachel
January 12, 2018 at 6:42 amLove this cool look and backdrop! Those kicks, the jacket, the hat, loved it all. You styled it really well. Glad 2018 has started off well for you! Hope it’s your best year yet!
Xo, Rachel
WithLoveAndStyle.com
Ria
January 13, 2018 at 11:53 pmI’ve been here! Just this past November. My first time in Copenhagen, it was so fun and pretty.
Kyleigh McColl
January 16, 2018 at 7:04 amAll that matters is you’re staying positive! This is a new year with new beginnings!!
Marisol Avila
January 20, 2018 at 8:05 amCheers to you! Love this post..its hard to admit when your are feeling down and not inspired. Have a great 2018!
Suzanne Spiegoski
January 23, 2018 at 2:25 pmI’m all for the seasons of change. Life changes, we change. It’s all about adapting and overcoming all the while learning from our mistakes. I wish you nothing but the best in 2018, my friend! xoxo
~Suzanne
http://www.suzannespiegoski.com
Rachel Vogt
January 31, 2018 at 12:24 amHappy 2018 to you, and i know this year is going to be great. Sounds like you determine for an amazing year ahead.
XOXO
@RachelVogtTrends
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