My Journey with Waist Beads: From Pain to Self-Love

For many years, I endured a painful and turbulent relationship with my body due to endometriosis, heavy menstrual cycles, and relentless discomfort. It felt as though my body was betraying me. This battle led me to harbor resentment, guilt, shame, and frustration toward myself—emotions that became all too familiar. I despised looking at myself in the mirror, especially my stomach, which bore the brunt of my self-loathing.

In my quest for relief, I turned to exercise, not for my health, but as a means to chase a certain “ideal” body type. I thought this would bring me happiness, but instead, it only deepened my feelings of inadequacy. I was chasing external perfection instead of internal healing.

A Life-Changing Decision

By 2017, the pain had become unbearable, and I elected to have a hysterectomy. While the surgery alleviated my physical suffering, it also brought a storm of emotions to the surface. Post-surgery, I found myself at a crossroads—one filled with both uncertainty and newfound freedom. For the first time in years, I could move my body without pain, and I began exercising not out of punishment, but because I genuinely could.

It was during this transformative period that I realized something profound: I wasn’t struggling with my weight—I was struggling with self-love. The issue wasn’t my body; it was the way I viewed and treated myself.

Discovering Waist Beads

In my journey toward self-acceptance, I stumbled upon waist beads. ( I remember my mother adorning me with some as a child but had forgotten about them) At first, I started creating them for myself as an experiment. Could adorning my body help me reconnect with it? Could it teach me to love the parts of myself I had despised for so long? Slowly but surely, the answer revealed itself to be a resounding “Yes.”

Waist beads became more than just jewelry—they became symbols of healing and empowerment. They adorned my belly, an area I had once avoided even glancing at, and turned it into a space of celebration. Over time, these beads helped me embrace my femininity, connect with my divine energy, and even reclaim my sensuality. The mirror that once reflected my insecurities now reflected a woman dancing freely, fully adorned and unapologetically herself.

A Tool for Healing and Empowerment

Waist beads transformed my life. They became a tool for self-care, body positivity, and intentional healing. By adorning myself, I began to reconnect with my body, not as an adversary, but as a sacred vessel. The practice of wearing waist beads taught me that adornment is a powerful form of self-expression and a celebration of the body I had fought so hard to hate.

Why I Share This Journey

This deeply personal journey inspired me to start Scorpielle Designs, where I create handmade waist beads and other forms of body jewelry that aid in healing and empowerment. When I say these pieces are more than adornments, I’m speaking from experience. My waist beads became a tangible representation of self-love, acceptance, and divine connection, and I want to share that same magic with others.

At Scorpielle Designs, we don’t just create jewelry; we create tools for transformation. My goal is to help others on their journeys of healing and self-discovery by providing unique, meaningful pieces that inspire confidence and empowerment.

Come Let Us Adorn You

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body or struggled to embrace your beauty, I invite you to explore waist beads as a pathway to healing. Whether you’re new to the practice or a seasoned wearer, I would love to help you find the perfect piece to support your journey.

At Scorpielle Designs, we provide Healing Through Adornment. Come let us adorn you!

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With love and light,

Reecie, Cosmic Creatrix