Amy Schumer And Her Hilarious/Provocative Confidence
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“I’m a real woman who digests her meals and breaks out and has sweet little pockets of cellulite on her upper thighs that she’s not apologizing for. Because guess what? We all have that shit. We’re all human beings.”
Amy Schumer
Okay, first things first.
If you have not seen Amy Schumer in the movie “I Feel Pretty” then stop everything that you are doing right now. Then click that link^ and rent it. Because never have I ever watched such a confidence-building, comedic film in my life. When it came out in theaters a few years ago, I went to see it in the first few days. And as soon as I could, I purchased it. I actually can’t wait until my daughter is older so that I can watch it with her and talk about the message it has. I think it is one of those movies that makes you think about how you are treating yourself and the choices that you are making as you go through your days. But it is done in a humorous and fun way that keeps your attention.
Basically, the movie is about a woman who feels down on herself and is unhappy with the direction that her life has taken her. Overwhelmingly, she wishes (more than anything) to be beautiful. She has a spin class accident that gives her a head injury and she then believes that she has become the person of her dreams, this beautiful vision of a woman that she always wanted to be.
In reality, the situation is different but she doesn’t realize that. She goes through life blissfully until everything reverts.
So much has changed about me since I was that confident, happy girl in high school. In the years since then, I’ve experienced a lot of desperation and self-doubt, but in a way, I’ve come full circle. I know my worth. I embrace my power.
Amy Schumer
In summary, the story within the movie takes us through the periods of time before, during, and after the incident, and displays the difference in her self-esteem throughout the adventure.
In the end, some major life lessons are learned, many of which are hard pills to swallow for all of us.
Yet somehow, seeing it in movie form, with people pretending to be a non-existent character, puts it into perspective for us all. Specifically, it helps us to see everything laid out how we need to. It’s not a lecture from a parent, or a blog post preaching about the issue (even though, obviously, blog posts are great). Ultimately, it’s just a fun story that captivates your attention and teaches you something.
“I don’t try to be a feminist. I just am. It’s innately inside me. I have no interest in trying to be the perfect feminist, but I do believe feminists are in good hands with me.”
Amy Schumer
As a comedienne, you see her often in hilarious and shocking stand-up shows. But from watching Amy Schumer in her comedy sketches, you wouldn’t automatically think that she is the mascot of confidence. There’s nothing glaringly obvious about her performance that screams high self-esteem and internal strength. It obviously takes something to get out on stage in front of thousands of people and perform as she does, but more often than not that’s actually just the acting part of that kind of life. Therefore meaning that it is not real, it isn’t genuine, it’s a cover-up.
Underneath they (actors) are often burdened with insecurities, they just don’t show it.
“Love yourself! You don’t need a man or a boy or a self-proclaimed love expert to tell you what you’re worth. Your power comes from who you are and what you do! You don’t need all that noise, that constant hum in the background telling you whether or not you’re good enough. All you need is you, your friends, and your family. And you will find the right person for you, if that’s what you want – the one who respects your strength and beauty.”
Amy Schumer
However, with Amy Schumer in particular, this movie isn’t just acting. And her comedy sketches aren’t a cover-up. This is actually how she portrays herself in real life. If you follow her on social media you will see this. Her photos, comments, captions, interviews – all of it speaks to the real version of her. However, what is the biggest thing that displays how confident she is? Her vulnerability. The ability that she has to put her life and situations out there to the world shows how she is actually secure in herself and whatever limitations she may have. She has no issue putting her concerns and thoughts out there, exposing her true self.
And that, my friends, is the truest form of confidence and self-esteem. And you can find it in Amy Schumer.
“I think for anyone to become good at something, they have to fail a lot too. And they have to be completely unafraid to fail or they’ll never make it to the next level.”
Amy Schumer
For instance, she has made no secret of the difficulty that she had during her pregnancy with her son. She, unfortunately, suffered from hyperemesis gravidarum, which is essentially morning sickness at a crazy level. She had to be hooked up to an IV frequently because of it. Needless to say, it was traumatic. As it would be for all of us. She was always very open about it though.
Now that her son is here, she is working on a sibling for him by freezing her eggs for the future. On Instagram, she posted asking for advice and even gave out her phone number to be able to text back and forth with those who have gone through the in-vitro process. People were able to see her as a real person, and not just a figure on a screen. Because at that moment, she was just a typical human like the rest of us. One that shared more than what most of us would feel emotionally capable of doing. She even did a Netflix documentary about it!
And it’s not just that.
She is always poking fun at herself and posting photos of her without makeup or even fully clothed lol. Which makes my heart happy.
“I look in the mirror and I know who I am and I feel beautiful and I feel strong and sexy. And the people online trolling [me] are in more pain than we can possibly imagine. For women of all ages, there’s no one too young or too old to understand. It never stops and it really has to be about knowing who you are…and every day I look in the mirror and I’m like, ‘I can work with this b-tch.'”
Amy Schumer
In the end, it would appear that she just does not care what others think about her. Because she is comfortable in her own skin. She has what so many of us want in our lives, the ability to be happy with what we are given. I’m not saying that she didn’t have to work at it. I assume she did, but I don’t know for certain.
Most of us do have to work to get to that point, but her level is one that we aspire most to be at.
“We all accept too easily that life has to be hard and forget to make sure we have the most fun we can.”
Amy Schumer
As I was pondering what to write for this week’s blog post, I wanted to highlight this actress in particular because of how secure she is in her actions. And I love nothing more than praising strong women.
I know it sounds like I am borderline obsessed with her, but I don’t have all that much experience with her films outside of a select few. And while looking for a link to “I Feel Pretty” I also just learned that she has a book out, The Girl With The Lower Back Tattoo.
So I wouldn’t loop myself into the obsessed category, but I would definitely label myself an Amy Schumer fan.
I just ordered the book as well.
So maybe I am…just a bit?
And although I do have her on Instagram, I find myself scrolling through a lot of her posts due to them being political in nature. Not that there is anything wrong with that, I am just burned out on everything political right now. And I really dislike when celebrities feel like they are a source of knowledge and authority for things like this. It just rubs me the wrong way. I honestly don’t know if Amy does post like she is, I truly see anything that looks political and turn the other way at this point. So it’s a strong possibility this doesn’t apply to her, it’s just a general feeling about celebrities that I have and I wanted to put it out there as a disclaimer.
I like you all to know my feelings. And also what I am not a fan of. Because clearly, it is information that you all are dying to have.
But what I am a fan of is people voicing their thoughts and opinions and feeling grounded in their beliefs. Just because I don’t read it, doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate them vocalizing it. Stand your ground and exercise your rights!
Just don’t act like you’re an expert because of your celebrity status. That’s all. 😉
“I am a woman with thoughts and questions and shit to say. I say if I’m beautiful. I say if I’m strong. You will not determine my story — I will. I will speak and share and fuck and love, and I will never apologize to the frightened millions who resent that they never had it in them to do it. I stand here and I am amazing, for you. Not because of you. I am not who I sleep with. I am not my weight. I am not my mother. I am myself.
Amy Schumer
But what I can also appreciate is a woman who has no fears when it comes to revealing her true self. A person who can bare it all with no apprehension. It’s not often that you see it, and it is refreshing when you do. And I will celebrate that every day of the year. As we all should! So take the time to celebrate those who are strong, beautiful, smart, and brave today and every day!
“I’m not going to shut up. And I think people only want women to speak for so long. They build you up, and then they’re just ready to tear you down. Like Hillary — when it’s really gone time for her, I’ll definitely be active, and that’ll make people hate me.”
Amy Schumer
Keep being the person that you are Amy Schumer!
And may we all follow in your footsteps on the path to high self-esteem and a strong sense of confidence!
“I wear my mistakes like badges of honor, and I celebrate them.”
Amy Schumer
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