By - Veena Bhavnesh Gaur
Can't we remain who we really are? If we are not a music-lover, then why to pretend; if we are not a book-lover, why to pretend; if we are not a mathematicaphile, should we put on a mask of a Mathematician, or if we are not a Science person why should we pose that way?
When we try to pretend who we are not, we have to invest immense energy in posing our fake self. We have to take a lot of pains to carry on the masks that we think people around us like and appreciate.
If we act otherwise, i.e. if we remain our true self, the effortless 'We', then we don't have to put a lot of effort and energy to play this not to be 'Me' game.
A big quota of energy is saved this way, which we can use elsewhere like in enhancing and developing our true self, the real 'We'.
This abundant energy- utilization in our favorite direction will brush up and enlighten our true personality and we will then be showered with the gifts of true happiness.
Here are a few stunning examples of people who turned their lives into success stories - Giorgio Armani was a military doctor in 1953 before he removed his mask and followed his heart to become the world's top fashion designer; Brandon Stanton removed the mask of a bonds-trader and now is a renowned photo-blogger at Humans of New York, attracting 17 million followers on Facebook and over 8 million on Instagram; Mahendra Singh Dhoni removed the mask of a T.T.E. in Indian railways and became the beloved captain of Indian cricket team, like he was born to be making history at the stadium.
Also for the Teens! Who might be feeling lost in a sea of filters and facades? Tired of trying to fit into a mold that doesn't feel right! It's time to break free from the noise and embrace your authentic self.
All those teenagers, young ones looking to someone, whether it's a celebrity, a friend, or a family member. But it's important to remember that everyone's journey is unique. Copying others might seem like a shortcut to popularity or happiness, but it's a dead end.
Don't let anyone tell you who you should be. Be the best version of yourself, and watch your confidence and happiness soar!
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