Former tennis star and TV presenter Jelena Dokic has shared an inspiring message about the importance of inner beauty and the dangers of judging others based on appearances. In a heartfelt social media post, Dokic shared a side-by-side photo of herself, asking followers, “What is the difference between the two images?” She pointed out that the only difference was her body size, emphasizing that outward appearances do not define a person’s worth.
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“I am the same hardworking person, respectful, generous, empathetic, compassionate, humble, kind, driven, strong, resilient, capable and loving person, woman and friend,” Dokic wrote, stressing that what truly matters is not external appearance but the qualities within. She urged her followers to focus on internal traits, sharing that beauty is not about looks but about how a person makes others feel, particularly how they make others feel about themselves.
A Legacy of Kindness and Compassion
Dokic also made a powerful statement, saying, “No beauty shines brighter than that of a kind heart,” and encouraged her audience to look beyond the body to see the soul. “So, let your eyes see souls and not bodies. And never body shame anyone. Love, Jelena xoxo 🙏🙏❤️❤️.”
Throughout her career, Dokic has been candid about her struggles with self-acceptance, and she has used her platform to promote kindness and compassion. In a previous interview, she expressed her hopes of leaving behind a legacy of love and empathy. “It makes me even emotional now, because it’s where I was,” she said, reflecting on her journey. “To believe that people look at me that way and that they get inspired by me … it’s quite unbelievable, but I will strive to do that for the rest of my life. That’s what I want my legacy to be.”
The Impact of Sharing Her Journey
In line with this vision, Dokic continued, “I want to stand for kindness and compassion and empathy in everything I do. If I can just touch one person’s life in some way and change it, then one day when this journey comes to an end, I will die a very happy person.”
Her candidness and vulnerability have earned her admiration from many fans, who have been inspired by her journey to self-acceptance and her commitment to promoting positive change in others.
