Submission Title: Radiate Outward

For years, I felt like I was shrinking, folding in on myself. Social anxiety was a constant companion, whispering doubts and fears, making even simple interactions feel like navigating a minefield. My confidence was non-existent, a tiny pilot light that barely flickered. I longed to feel that sense of inner strength, that unwavering belief in myself that seemed to come so naturally to others.

I started a journey of small steps – therapy, mindfulness exercises, pushing myself just a little outside my comfort zone each day. There were setbacks, days when the anxiety felt overwhelming, but slowly, incrementally, something began to shift. It wasn't a sudden burst of confidence, but more like a gradual warming from the inside out.

One day, during a meditation, I visualized myself standing tall, arms raised, not in a gesture of aggression, but of openness. And around me, I imagined this soft, warm light radiating outwards, not to impress anyone else, but simply as an expression of my own growing inner strength. It wasn't about being the loudest or the most powerful, but about owning my space, acknowledging my worth.

That image stayed with me. The simple figure, arms raised, with these gentle rays emanating outwards. It wasn't flashy or boastful, but it felt profoundly personal and powerful. It represented that quiet confidence that comes from accepting yourself, flaws and all.

When I saw the call for design submissions, that image immediately came to mind. It felt like the perfect visual for self-confidence – not a shout, but a quiet radiance. The clean lines and the bold simplicity of the symbol felt strong and direct.

I love how the "CONFIDENCE Classic Tee" captures that feeling. It's not about pretending to be fearless, but about embodying that inner spark, letting it shine outwards in your own way. It's a reminder that confidence isn't about external validation, but about that quiet strength that grows within and then, naturally, radiates out into the world. It's a symbol I'd wear as a personal affirmation and as a subtle encouragement to others to find that same light within themselves.

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• 100% cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
• Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
• Open-end yarn
• Tubular fabric
• Taped neck and shoulders
• Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem


Disclaimers: 
• Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
• Dark color speckles throughout the fabric are expected for the color Natural.

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