I’ve never been one to follow blindly. Never been one to conform without knowing what motives any authority figure had behind telling me to do so. I’m one to question everything. Always have been. And I’ve always done critical thinking and plenty of reading and research. That’s just me.
Through the years, this has gotten me into a lot of trouble. I’ve taken a lot of heat and lost many friends (or people I thought who were friends) for it. And it’s probably why I was bullied all those years in school.
But that’s okay. In fact, I embrace all of it!
I’d rather stand for something than fall for anything people feed me. I’m true to my beliefs and convictions and I’m not afraid of losing a few people over it. And I’m proud of that.
I’m not a follower.
No one ever said being a free-thinking person was easy and I don’t expect it to be.
And when people get pissed and withdraw friendship over my choice to question a narrative, I only see it as a weeding out of fake friends and people who aren’t meant to be in my circle.
To know who your real friends are, you must be your true authentic self, question status quos, trends, and popular narratives, then call BS when you see or hear it.
And Iβm willing to accept it and everything that comes with it.
So true you true friends will respect you being real and authentic. Self betrayal is so sad, it leaves you in such an empty place.
It sure does, Deborah. π― Thank you so much for your input! It’s so appreciated! π
I am right there with you. Very well said. I could not agree more. You just described me to a tee as well. π
Aww! Thank you so much, Jeanne! π
We free thinkers and rebels have to stick together. π
You got that right, girl! You’re already knowin’ it! ππΊπΉ
Yes indeed!. π
The healthier one gets, the fewer true friends one has… was what a counsellor once told me. It helps remind me I am on the right path when I question and stand alone at times. I always have myself, and often, that’s enough. π
That counselor said that so perfectly! π― She was spot on, Liz! I’m so proud of you for loving yourself and being confident in yourself to let love and acceptance come from within!
Thanks Cherie! Not an easy journey, as you know. But well-worth it because all of us are worth it! Keep sharing your wisdom… love your posts!
I sure will, Liz! ππΊπΉThank you!
Different is special..
Who said the way everyone behaves was the standard?
Its my own life..
I know what the standard is..
The S.I unit of standard for me is my own life..
Such a wonderful poem, Eulogist! π And so truthful!
Great read this morning, I needed this. Thank you for sharing!
You’re most welcome, Kirsten! πAnd thank you so much for your feedback!
Yes ma’am Cherie, you hit the nail on the head: “No one ever said being a free-thinking person was easy and I donβt expect it to be.” So true, even if you find yourself standing alone. ππΌππΌππΌ
Girrrrl! You said a mouthful there! Being a free-thinking person is never easy and most of the time, you do stand alone. You already know it, sweetie! And you still stand strong! I admire you so much for it! ππΊπΉππ₯°π»
Amen to all of this! You shouldn’t have to change for your friends to like you.
You got that right, Bella! And if you do, they’re not friends at all.
βIβd rather stand for something than fall for anything.β Very profound and super powerful..
Something to keep in mind!
Thank you so much, Simone! π I’m the same way! π
Glad to hear! Looking forward to more beautiful reads π
πππ
Noo need to change for others π
Absolutely! π―
A big πfor this one !! True…true…Great minds definitely think alike I invite you and all your readers to take a look at this short simple video I made on YouTube on how different is beautiful. Notice the two women on the cover different skin tones ,sizes ,hair , etc. Different is so… beautiful where would we be without uniqueness? So glad you posted this . It’s always a pleasure reading your amazing post. https://youtu.be/6gJ6ihfpq6U Please π Don’t forgot to subscribe I have several topics I think you might find rather interesting coming up next Month . Sending love and blessings your way!πΉπ―π
Oh thank you, thank you so much! I’ll definitely watch your video and subscribe! I look forward to those topics next month! I’ll definitely be in the lookout for them! Wishing you many blessings, honey! ππΊπ·π¦π»
You’re welcome anytime my friend and thanks I’ll be sure to sub back. Thank you for all the sweet blessing and right back at you my dear sisterππΉππ»π₯°
ππΊπ·π¦π»ππ