I was thinking... They say; " Be yourself." Translation: "Be and individual just as long as you are like everyone else." Most people yearn for individuality, yet at the same time we fear that which derives from our definition of the "norm" When people are trying to stand out they act, or dress like other people, thus defeating the whole idea of individuality all together. I think a lot of people spend their lives being the self that others want them to be. Instead of spending time realizing our talents and strengths, we spend time trying to change or suppress who we really are. Of course there is refining, polishing, and growth that is needed. Why can we not be content with ourselves and celebrate people's differences? Differences of course make this life so much richer, right?
