The phrase “be yourself” is a commonly used term in the world of advice. In this article we will together look through steps on how to be yourself. Before that I would tell a little story about a lady who was a very shy and quite kid. Going to kindergarten at first was a horrible experience for her. As time goes on life brightened up for her. She loved learning and was a natural student. At her adolescent age she felt more embarrassed about standing out among her fellow students due to the way her peers viewed her. A time came when she lost interest in partaking in school activities to avoid being made a laughing stalk. She made
decision to fit in rather than expressing who she is because of the desire to win the approval of her peers.
Every decision she made to choose the approval of others, buried her true self deeper. After a while, due to her new found faith she felt a responsibility to live a life that reflected who she was. Each time we make little decisions to fit in whether as a child or as an adult we deny ourselves of who we really are. Being yourself is a very difficult task but the following suggestions will help become the real you.
1) Always reveal your uniqueness:
Produce a daily practice of doing something that depicts you without regard of popularity.
2) Make time for privacy:
Taking a few minutes to reconnect with yourself will help rather than letting yourself being caught up in the middle.
3) Think about your childhood passion:
Think about that thing you loved doing as a kid. that way it will be a clue to your truest expressions.
4) what do you value:
Write down things you value. By doing this you would be able to express your values.
5) Easy on the pressure:
Do not put much pressure on yourself to make the right choice when it comes to your vocation. sometimes you just have to pick something and take action.
6) Create a relationship based on being you:
For some people who are naturally inclined to What other people think you are likely to have a great tendency to emphatic. Reach out to others to get the support you need by building upon that strength.
7) Find your mantra:
Write down on a card for an opinion you are not prepared to. it does not have to be eloquent.
8) Support others in self expression:
When you see someone standing out rather than fitting in, be a voice of encouragement to them.
9) Create an art:
You can express yourself by drawing. it will be the best purchase ever.
10) Remind yourself you are important always:
Remind yourself of how important this is. hanging a sign at your refrigerator or mirror will be best.
If you feel like your true self is lost in the pit of fitting in, fret not! You are closer than you think. I hope the above suggestions work for you but remember for it to work you will have to pay attention to each of them.
Good luck!
