Finding You

Even though we were created to be unique, we are often taught to be carbon copies of others.  I have developed a new level of respect for people who are authentic.  We constantly face challenges in life that cause us to question ourselves or drive us to become someone else.  For instance, experiencing pain and rejection causes us to become guarded.  If being guarded prevents you from being you, let your guard down and keep your awareness up. Select friends who challenge you to become better, while allowing you to be authentic.  It is okay to be compassionate and selfless after being used or abused.  There are people in this world that have never experienced love, and it is very likely that you will cross paths with one of them to prove that it does exist. Because you are the most powerful when you are original, never allow your past mistakes to rob you of your originality. Those mistakes were necessary to reveal your hidden strength.  Therefore, start referring to your mistakes as necessary lessons. And please commit to evolving into the BEST version of yourself.