I'm Not Sorry For Being Exactly Who I Am
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

I'm Not Sorry For Being Exactly Who I Am

You are you. That's all that matters!

57
I'm Not Sorry For Being Exactly Who I Am
Pexels

The past month I have had people test my will and emotions, which made me feel a little bit inferior and unsure of how I was responding to current situations in my life.

People try to change me, make me feel less of who I am, and honestly act plain crazy towards me. This has happened on and off my whole life, and this time has been no different. Not everyone is going to like you, and that is their loss. If you have done all you can, let it go. Don't let those people have power over your life.

I was letting this whole ordeal impact me negatively until I sat back and thought, do you realize who you are?

Like, girl. STOP LETTING PEOPLE'S OPINIONS INFLUENCE HOW YOU ARE LIVING YOUR LIFE. If you're anything like me, you beat to your own drum and constantly do what makes you happy despite what other people say. If you have ever experienced people trying to change you and make you someone you're not, I'm sure you can relate. I'm here to say that it DOES NOT matter if someone doesn't like you.

You have your own thoughts, and that is amazing. You are your own person, and that is all you can be. People are going to come and go in your life, and you have to be a constant.

Be who you are, and don't worry about anyone else. If someone thinks you're intimidating? So what? Keep being yourself and being who you are. People are going to want to change you and make you scared. Never be scared. Someone thinks you're too loud?

Okay, so. That is their own opinion, and that shouldn't dampen your spirits. Always fight for what you believe in and be who you are. If we aren't being ourselves, then who are we being? It irks me to my core when people want it to be their way and no way else. Please, never change yourself to be how someone else wants you to be. You are unique. You are original. You are you.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

52676
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

33852
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

956569
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

181389
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments