Long before self-love became a trend, Sushmita Sen practiced it: 5 traits that continue to inspire young women

Sushmita Sen is a trailblazing icon and a role model for several women across the globe. Her choice of words, the conviction with which she speaks, and the confidence and grace with which she holds herself make her an epitome of wisdom and a channeling of Goddess energy.


She has motivated women to be independent, have self-worth, maintain their boundaries, and not be easily pushed around.

Long before “self-love” became a buzzword on social media, Sushmita Sen was already living it. Beginning her journey from winning Miss Universe in 1994 to becoming a single mother, choosing her own path in Bollywood, she has never looked back.


More than that, she has consistently shown what it means to be comfortable in her own skin and has inspired countless women to embrace themselves.


Here are some personality traits of Sushmita Sen that make her a megastar and the epitome of gracePhoto: @Sainidan1/ X

Sushmita Sen has always valued her freedom more than anyone’s approval. Whether it was adopting two daughters, picking selective roles, or walking away from relationships that didn’t align with her values, she made choices based on what felt right for her, not what the public expected.
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For Sushmita, self-love is quite related to acceptance and forgiveness. She said to Kamiya Jani on her show, “If you love yourself, you learn to forgive other people automatically. You don’t carry their baggage, and it’s fabulously comfortable”. She doesn’t hold onto regret or blame others; instead, she chooses to apologise, move on, and let go.
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Sushmita Sen knows failure is part of life and that perfection doesn’t exist. This honesty makes her real, relatable, and an inspiration to others. Instead of hiding mistakes or pretending everything is perfect, she owns her humanity. This is what makes her an icon of motivation, humility, and embracing one's real self.Photo: @LoverrofMovies/ X

Sushmita once wrote on her Instagram post, “A life lived consciously is a gift. Only you can give yourself. The magic of self-love and self-healing lies in it”. She believes self-love isn’t does not come from other people’s appreciation or how they look at you, but by self-appreciation, practice of awareness, and mindfulness. Meditation, reflection, and choosing happiness on her own terms are part of her daily routine.Photo: @sushmitasen47/ Instagram