Destination Peach

Where Reality and Inspiration Meet

Braces Off: Find Solutions and Make Changes

For the longest, I was insecure about my smile. In 2019, I decided to do something about it. No longer would I romanticize a beautiful smile on my vision board. I took action! I got ceramic braces. Being an adult in braces hit different. A year and some change later, I finally got my braces off.

Now…I no longer hide my smile. I speak confidently without feeling insecure about my teeth. Interesting how one minor change shifted me into a different mindset.

I’m excited and amazed by my results.

As I continue to embrace my new simile I began thinking…

Why do we stop ourselves from things we want to accomplish? My braces journey re-taught me to go after what I want. In doing so, the universe provided for me. Provided the money. Provided the time to take off work. Provided a quick braces timeline. Provided the confidence I needed to continue leading my purposeful work.

Many of us have things we want to accomplish but stop ourselves. Why is it that we let fear stop us from the things we want? When moments come up and we begin to question what we want to accomplish…we must ask the following questions:

  • Why do I feel like I am not deserving?
  • How much is my worth to me?
  • What limiting beliefs led me to feel like this?
  • What resources do I need to accomplish goal?
  • Am I in alignment to receive these accomplishments?

Look…before 2020 is over, as a collective I encourage everyone to find one small thing to work on and accomplish it. 2020 is a trying year, but don’t let the year end without you working on improving yourself. Release the fear and lean into the universe supporting your desires.

Until next time,

-Peach

Adult Braces: What I Wish I Knew Before Getting Them

Adult Braces! One of my goals for 2019 was to fix my smile. Over the years, I became very insecure about my smile. So insecure that I would smile with my mouth closed, and was strategic with how I spoke (to not show teeth). As I got older my teeth started to spread. My teeth had a lot of gaps and spaces. The spacing didn’t happen until my later 20’s. Hence, adult braces.

Adult Braces! One of my goals for 2019 was to fix my smile. Over the years, I became very insecure about my smile. So, insecure that I would smile with my mouth closed and be strategic with how I spoke. As I got older my teeth started to spread. My teeth had a lot of gaps/spaces. The spacing didn’t happen until my later 20’s. Hence, adult braces.

I got braces in April. Prior to getting braces, I did a lot of research. I originally wanted veneers, couldn’t afford it. I’m not Cardi B and I didn’t have a bag to fix my teeth. Braces were the affordable option. I got ceramic braces. Ceramic braces felt more adult-like. In seven months, my spaces have closed. I have to retrain myself to smile with my teeth, which is a good problem to have. I should have my braces off in two months. Not sure why I waited so long to fix my smile.

Before getting braces here’s what I wish I knew:

  1. Braces hurt
    • My cheeks and teeth always hurt, I’m just use to it now.
  2. Your facial structure will change
    • When teeth re-align correctly it is inevitable for your facial structure to change.
  3. High maintenance
    • Stay prepared with tooth cleaning supplies. The water flosser has been a life saver.
  4. Be prepared to take time off work for dental appointments
    • Getting braces is an investment of time and money. Missing and appointment can result in delayed progress. If you go to a dental office that is only open four days a week, you should work around they’re schedule.
  5. Can’t eat what you want
    • Having to give up crunchy food like chips, apples, etc. has been a struggle. Granted, I have lost 20 pounds. Food has become less important to me. Every time I eat, I have must clean my teeth. Thus, I would rather avoid eating to not brush my teeth.

If you’re considering getting braces as an adult…do it! Life is too short to live with things making you feel insecure.

Until Next Time…

-Peach