I
really enjoyed this article written by Skylar Liberty Rose titled Who Cares What They Think? (Why You Don't Need to Fit In). This article
by Skylar touched my heart on so many levels. If you struggle with
fitting in and find yourself worrying a lot about what other people
think then this article is for you.
In this short but beautifully written article, Skylar and her husband was invited to hear one of her yoga student's
play the piano. When they got to the place where her student was
playing they were turned away because of how they were dressed.
Understandably Skylar and her husband were angry and upset, but
instead of leaving they decided to stand out side of the door. When
they heard the music of student playing they started slow dancing in
the lobby. They were happy. Aaaahhh I can sooo imagine this
beautiful scene.
They
didn't let the craziness of the moment rob them of experiencing the
beautiful music. Skylar in her article said, “Life will always
throw us curveballs. Always. But we can still find our own joy. We
can still hear the music. She goes on to talk about how our happiness
should not be dependent on the acceptance and approval of others. She
said, “If our happiness is only ever dependent on the acceptance
and approval of others then we are giving away far too much of our
power. It's human nature to want to be liked, To want to be included,
but it's damaging for our self esteem if it's something we have to
fight for."
I
myself have struggled with wanting acceptance and approval of others.
Just in writing a blog post doubt and fear use to stop me from typing
a single world. In the beginning I lacked a lot of confidence. Fear of rejection was the number 1 reason I didn't start a blog for the longest time. I have learned that it is ok to march to the beat of my own drum. I have made Mispellingz and punctuation issues;;; a part of my unique
character ^_^ Every day I am learning something new and getting better and better. Even though I am far from perfect I love to write. I
may not always have the right words to say or always be understood,
but those who wish to truly understand will take the time to know me
and understand my heart.
Sklar
beautifully said, “ We can waste our time caring about what others
think of us OR we can get ourselves a great big slice of empowerment
and dance to our own music. We can be subdued and spiritless OR we
can be original and unique and stand out.”
I want
to share this amazing poem that Sklar wrote. This poem really
inspired me and I love it a lot...
I Will
Not Hide
I will
not hide who I am
Who I
was born to be
Just
because it blots your landscape
I will
not mute my colours
Nor
dim my light
Just
because your eyes are sensitive
I will
not lose my flavour
Nor
relinquish my spice
Just
because your palate requires a different taste
I will
not dilute my strength
Nor
water down my spirit
Just
because you have no desire for this drink
I will
not walk with less confidence
Nor
diminish my flare
Just
because you prefer me to be meek
I will
not stop my torrent
Or
calm my waves
Just
because you want shelter from this storm
I will
not stay in silence
Nor
sensor my speech
Just
because you have no appetite for my words
I will
not lessen my love
Nor
subdue my passion
Just
because you fear my fire
I will
not hide.
Has it
ever accrued to you that maybe you were not meant to fit in? Maybe
you are meant to be the brightest star in the room. Don't let anybody
reduce who you are. You weren't meant to fit in. You were called to
stand out. If you struggle with fitting in and caring about what
other people think please read Skylar Liberty Rose's Article Who Cares What They Think? (Why You Don't Need to Fit In). Play your own
music and learn to dance to the beat of your own drum.
God
Bless
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