BTS says aye to self-love

1 year ago 11

For a long time, I thought

BTS

stood for ‘Burn The Stage’, until I read a piece about the globally popular

South Korean

boy band. I learnt it stood for BangTan Sonyeondan in Korean, meaning ‘bulletproof boy scouts’. Apparently this name was chosen to reflect the team’s desire to block out stereotypes, criticism and expectations that ‘target teens like bullets’. Well. My interest got heightened when I watched videos of the band performing their new number titled Standing Next To You with racy and sensuous dance moves — inspired in part by

Michael Jackson

— that can be addictive but such a super mood lifter. The seven members of the BangTan Band,

RM

, Jin, Suga, V, Junkook, J-Hope and Jimin have this very clean image and are in complete synchrony whether during performances or otherwise. They have forged a close bond, and are a great inspiration to young and old alike. They refer to their huge fan following as ARMY — Adorable Representative MC for Youth.
The leader of BTS, the main rapper, popularly known as RM, is Namjoon, who is renowned for his introspective, reflective nature. Writing and producing many of the group’s songs, RM is famous for his rapping skills. His lyrics are thoughtful and introspective and he is majorly into philanthropy and supports several social causes including mental health awareness and gender rights. RM is a strong advocate of

self-love

— as opposed to selfish love — that he says will enable us to love others, for, love should begin first with oneself so that one cultivates acceptance, empathy and compassion. He has given talks on these themes at several public fora, including at the White House and the United Nations. RM says, “If you want to love others I think you should love yourself first. We all have different dreams and goals. That’s what makes us individuals, and that’s what makes us special. If you want to love someone, then start with understanding yourself first.” These are wise words for one who is just 29 years old.
RM says he does not believe in mistakes; he says everything happens for a reason. And that the only way to truly grow is by facing our own pain and struggles. It is difficult to not get motivated and inspired by these words, that too coming from the leader of BTS! RM encourages fans to “look inward and embrace your own unique journeys, while also recognising the inter-connectedness of all people and experiences.”
In the year 2017, BTS in partnership with UNICEF launched the Love Myself Campaign to reach out to young people to help them overcome low-esteem and learn to love themselves first, thereby getting ready to understand and love others. Their song Answer: Love Myself speaks of the need to remove fear, learn to forgive and start loving oneself, for “loving oneself does not require anyone’s permission”.

ANSWER: LOVE MYSELF

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I’m opening my eyes in the darkness When my heartbeat sounds unfamiliar I’m looking at you in the mirror The fear-ridden eyes, asking the question Loving myself might be harder Than loving someone else... The standards you made are more strict for yourself The thick tree rings in your life It’s part of you it’s you Now let’s forgive ourselves Our lives are long, trust yourself when in a maze When winter passes, spring always comes Maybe there’s no answer Maybe this isn’t the answer either It’s just that loving myself Doesn’t require anyone else’s permission I’m looking for myself again… My attitude towards myself That’s the happiness I need for me I’ll show you what I got I’m not afraid because it’s me... You’ve shown me I have reasons I should love myself...

Authored by: Narayani Ganesh

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