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Unique: Often Considered a Bad Thing

Everyone struggles with this at some point or another.

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Unique: Often Considered a Bad Thing
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Unique: being the only one: being without a like or equal: unusual

Many people are afraid to be themselves. However they do not realize that being themselves is what makes them noticed in this world that says we can't be different. Nobody should have to feel like they cannot be themselves for any reason. We are all unique, so why not embrace it?

There are many people in this world who criticize just about anything and everything whenever they get the chance. So what? Let them be that way. Something or someone will teach them otherwise eventually. And if they never learn, well, then that is their lost. They will more than likely be miserable forever. And if not, and they get enjoyment from others misery, then they have something messed up in their brains.

You are unique. You have attributes that other people may not have. You may have a hidden talent that when discovered surprises the world. Embrace it! The sooner you discover who you are, the better off you will be. People will begin to appreciate you more and want to spend more time with you. Whenever you find out that you are happy then others can be happy around you.

This lesson may be a short and simple one, but it is extremely important to remember. This task is not an easy one, in fact I struggle with it every day. But I have learned that being myself and not trying to blend in makes a difference, not only in myself but in others. You gain more meaningful conversations with people who become an important factor in your life. This is the ultimate way for happiness to occur.

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