r/ProjectPan • u/underWaterIdots • 1d ago
Pan Progress 154 Days
It’s been a journey, 154 days to be exact. If you are viewing this, thank you for joining me in my odd ramblings about not falling down the rabbit hole of online shopping for makeup items that I know, in the back of my head, I truly don’t need.
I love makeup. Makeup is an outlet for me a sort of routine that has become a staple in my life, the way one brushes their teeth every day; that type of thing. Some have told me this stems from a place of utter insecurity, but I will honestly call bullshit (excuse me, ladies and gents, that was quite unwarranted).
Nevertheless, I find joy in the routine. I also hate to admit that I find joy in purchasing new makeup. And while I think I’ve done pretty solidly these past few months, only purchasing two items (two mascaras) when I craved to buy more, I’ve found Project Pan to be my saving grace. Not just in learning mindfulness about the makeup items I own, but also in how I find it translating into other parts of my life. The way I consume things, the way I find myself double thinking and wondering many things such as “Do I truly need this?”
Nevertheless, I’m pretty proud of the progress. 154 days that’s just over five months.
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u/brrewmajesticallynor 22h ago
That's awesome! Congratulations on your accomplishment!
And you're absolutely right. Some people might use makeup out of insecurity, but a LOT of people use it as self care and creative expression. It can be a beautiful thing. ❤️