We have all experienced rejection from friends, family, and/or complete strangers. I am lucky that for every person who rejected me, I have had a wonderful friend/family member who has love me exponentially more. As I age, I learn much more about myself, and those around me. In the past I thought I needed to change who I was to better "fit in". I was willing to alter my personality, and my interests to be popular. I wouldn't dare change who I am these days. I am satisfied with the person I have become. Of course, there is always room for improvement. Instead of letting my surroundings dictate the person I am, I incorporate new and different traits to enhance my personality.
The lesson that has made the biggest impact in my life is excepting, and appreciating change. It's no secret that I have moved around a lot in my lifetime. It started in college. Since age 18 I have lived in in seven different states. I have visited many more. In each state, I have grown and evolved as an individual. I have discovered the person I want to be. I have explored my passions. I have also opened myself up to wealth of knowledge, and experiences. Each state helped mold my ever-changing lifestyle.
I no longer strive to "fit in". Popularity really is not what it's cracked up to be. I prefer finding people and places that "fit" into my life. Happiness comes from within, and being surrounded by everything I love makes me happy.
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