10 Ways To Live Life For Yourself, Rather Than Others
In life, you have two choices as to whom you are living for. You can either live for yourself or you can live for others. We often try to look, speak and act like those around us. As a result, many people stay stuck in their shells, afraid to let their real selves be seen for fear of judgement or ridicule by the herd. However, even though there is a human tendency to want to “fit in,” there are a number of ways to live life for yourself, rather than others.
1. Learn to say no
2. Be true to yourself
3. Think about your happiness
Always make a conscious decision for yourself as to what you choose to do with each and every moment of your life. This is what is means to truly live for yourself.
4. Be a leader
Think of yourself as a silent leader. You can still help others without overdoing things. Your vision is a collection of your values. The way you want to live and give.
5. Speak your mind
6. You are comfortable with being yourself
7. You fight for your beliefs
8. You are not afraid of being different
You’ve pursued a hobby or a job you are passionate about, even though other people think it is weird, unrealistic or ridiculous.
9. You set your own trends
You dress out of personal preference rather than to fit in. Perhaps you dress differently than most of the people in your circle or peer group.
10. Know and love yourself
By knowing yourself you will come to know a deep unconditional love for yourself. And, if you do not love yourself, how do you ever expect to truly love another? It is only by truly loving yourself that you will ever be able to love others.
