Word of the Week: Flawsome

Flawsome (adj.):

Owning your imperfections with confidence and compassion.

We’ve all been there—zooming in on our quirks, mistakes, or the things we wish we could change about ourselves. Maybe it’s the way you overthink every text message.

Or how you can never seem to fold a fitted sheet (no one can, let’s be honest).

Or maybe it’s something deeper—old insecurities you’ve carried for years like a weird purse you can’t quite let go of.

But here's the thing: the very things you think disqualify you are often what make you magnetic.

When you stop hiding or apologizing for your imperfections, something wild happens—you start to shine in a way that's completely unique to you.

👉🏽That overthinking? It might mean you're deeply thoughtful and tuned in to others' emotions.

👉🏽That awkward laugh you try to stifle? It’s actually contagious and endearing.

The messy, unfinished, honest parts of you might be the exact thing someone else finds comforting or inspiring.

Being flawsome isn’t about ignoring growth. It's about releasing the pressure to be polished in order to be worthy. It’s knowing that growth and self-acceptance can live side-by-side. That you don’t have to be “fixed” to be fabulous.

So this week, try this:

• Instead of editing yourself, own it.

• Laugh louder.

• Show up without the need to shrink.

• Share the truth instead of the curated version.

Let your flawsome self take the lead and watch how things feel lighter, more honest, and surprisingly full of connection.

Reflection Prompt:

What’s one “flaw” you’ve tried to hide that might actually be part of your strength?

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About the Author:

Elizabeth Rago is a word-loving, community-building powerhouse who’s just as comfortable wrangling RFPs as she is wrangling teenagers (which says a lot about her patience and project management skills).

By day, she's a Proposal Writer, crafting winning messaging for big business. When the workday ends, she trades deadlines for dinner duty and teenage debates — holding it all together with love, Earl Grey tea, and a well-honed sense of humor.

After walking through a rough season in her own life, Elizabeth saw firsthand how isolating it can be for women going through hard times. Instead of sitting in that shame, she founded MDW (The Modern Domestic Woman) — a warm, practical, and no-nonsense space where women can find resources, support, and a whole lot of real talk. From mental health referrals to interviews with therapists and lifestyle articles, MDW has become a haven for women who want community without the fluff.

Elizabeth has spent over 20 years writing for just about every industry under the sun — from luxury kitchen design and sustainable living to commercial insurance and mental health advocacy. She’s ghostwritten for executives, co-hosted a podcast about the hilarity and chaos of motherhood, and even helped spotlight fascinating local people and places through her syndicated column.

Equal parts strategy and soul, Elizabeth believes in the power of storytelling, the magic of a strong community, and never underestimates the therapeutic power of a well-placed meme. Learn more about Elizabeth at MDWcares.com or connect with her on Insta or LinkedIn.