Most of us go through life questioning our abilities and comparing our strengths to that of others,
we feel inadequate and thus find comfort in conformity, self-pity as well as in fitting in. The sooner
we realize and acknowledge the fact that we are all different; the better
our chances of reaching our full potential. We get driven into wearing these 'masks' that have
been designed for us by society, masks that reflect the opposite of who we are and what
we stand for so that we can be accepted.
Acceptance is defined as the process or fact of being received as valid, suitable or adequate.
But is being valid, suitable and adequate to others more important than the happiness that comes with being yourself?
There is freedom that comes with being yourself; as one is no longer imprisoned by the shackles of conformity.
Yes, it is not always easy being an outsider, however one should not compromise ones' self in order to please others. The fact is that people will always have something to say and not everyone will love you, so rather have them hate you for being yourself than someone else.
We are all gifted and beautiful in our own unique way. One must appreciate his abilities and blessings because in as much as you desire the gifts and talents of someone else, there is someone out there that would kill to be you.
So I urge you to take pride in yourself and be the best person that you can be because no one else can do you as best as you do!
Love Marcia Monareng.
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