The Journey to Self Discovery

For much of my life, I was a people pleaser. I tried to please my parents, bending to their expectations and hiding parts of myself to fit their vision of who I should be. I tried to please my siblings, quietly accepting roles that didn’t reflect my truth, just to keep harmony in the family. I was kind to a fault, always putting others first, even when it meant sacrificing my own happiness and well-being. I thought kindness would make me lovable. I thought if I gave enough of myself, people would value me, care for me, and protect me. But instead of finding safety and love, I lost myself. I tried desperately to fit into the box others constructed around me, but the truth is, I was never meant to fit. I was always too big, too bold, and too complex to be contained by anyone else’s expectations. Yet, I allowed myself to shrink, to contort into shapes that weren’t natural, just to avoid conflict or disappointment. My need to please others started early. When I was abused at the tende...

It’s Always Better To Be Yourself Are you comfortable being yourself in all situations? If you’re like most people, you’re 90% yourself when you’re with close friends, 50% yourself with casual acquaintances, and hide from strangers.  Being your true self in all settings and situations is scary, but ultimately empowering and relaxing.  Imagine the relief you’ll experience. You no longer have to worry about the perceptions of others. You can just be yourself and feel satisfied with that. Be Yourself And Take Back Control Of Your Life: 1.  Meditate.   Meditation  quiets the part of you that judges and labels everything around you. Gain some insight into the real you by meditating regularly. 2.  Tell the truth.  When you’re truthful, you reveal yourself. Be honest about your mistakes and shortcomings. 3.  Be unique.  The true you isn’t exactly like everyone else. What music do you listen to when you’re alone? How do you dress? D...