In case you didn't already know this, hear me now. It's okay to be different from the crowd.
The crowd can be our social circles, our job mates, even our families. Especially our families. All of them can wield a lot of pressure to conform to the usual way of doing things. Yet did you know that we can change things up a bit? Yes, we most certainly can!
While the idea of breaking from the norm can be scary, taking that step is ultimately very liberating, especially when that norm doesn't make us feel good in any way. What a relief it is to find our voices and share how we truly feel, to start a new trend, and even to venture out on our own. We may not know what lies ahead or worry about perceived consequences, but by stepping beyond our boundaries, we're advocating for ourselves. We aren't being selfish or difficult or unable to get along because why rock the boat and potentially anger anyone, right? No, this is about taking our power back. It’s letting others know where we stand and what is comfortable for us. This is our right as a human being.
You might feel alone for a while, but that’s okay, too. Learning to get comfortable with the alone time helps fine tune what it is you want to change. Build those wellness muscles! If you have to wing it part of the way, well, that’s just normal living. Explore and enjoy the ride!
We may love our crowds till the cows come home, but by prioritizing ourselves, we’ll find that life feels pretty good.