“Have you seen that new movie?”“Yes, it is so dumb”“I know right”I really liked that movie, but I can’t say that, they’ll think I’m stupid.”Its not even funny” Ever had moments like that. When you lie just to fit in, or because you think that if you don’t agree with someone they won’t be your friend. Why? Be yourself! You’ll be a whole lot happier.
First let’s talk about personalities, beliefs, and opinions. Personalities. Everybody has a different personality. We all like different things, and we all act differently. Whatever your personality you should stick to it, even if someone thinks you’re weird or stupid. That’s their problem. Don’t make it yours. Say you are a really loud, and confident person who always likes to be a leader, but everyone thinks that you are really bossy. What you do? I’ll tell you what you do. You don’t listen! They have no right to tell you what you are, or who you are. So personalities. Keep your own, not someone elses. Beliefs. Other people should not judge your beliefs. You are allowed to believe in aliens and unicorns, and you are allowed to be religious. If you believe in something that someone else doesn't, like say you believe in fairies and they don’t, too bad!Don’t let anyone tell you that what you believe in is not true, because chances are they probably believe in something that you don’t.Beliefs. If you believe in something don’t let anyone tell that it is not true or real, because if you think it is, it’s allowed to be. Opinions. You are allowed to add your opinion to any conversation you are a part of, unless of course it’s going to hurt someones feelings. But in any other case you can say whatever you think about the topic, even if that means saying the complete opposite of what everyone else thinks. If someone really likes something, but you think it’s actually pretty dumb, don’t be afraid to say so. They are allowed to to like it, but that doesn't mean you have too. Opinions. Don’t be afraid to offer them.
Okay we've covered that. Now let’s talk about appearance, clothes, hair etc. Let’s start with clothing.Everyone has clothes that they’re comfortable in, and clothes that they’re, maybe, not so comfortable in. Here’s my advice… stick to the comfortable stuff. Just because someone’s wearing this, and someones wearing that, it doesn't mean you have too.You can wear what you like, as long as it’s appropriate. If you see a famous person wearing those shorts that you really hate, and soon enough all your friends are wearing them. If you start to regret throwing them out, stop! You have to be comfortable, and if that means wearing something different to everyone else, too bad! You don’t have to wear what your friends are wearing, or what anyone else is wearing. Clothing. Wear what you want.Hair is basically the same as clothing. Just because someone has a certain haircut doesn't mean you have to have it too. You can have your hair however you want too. If you want it long, short, or medium length, you do that. You can tie it up, or you can have it down just remember to make sure that you like it. Say you have very long hair, but someone else has very short hair. You should not judge each others choices. Hair. Have it your way.
Finally, let’s talk about people judging people. No one should judge who you are, what you do, how you act, or what you're interested in. If someone does judge you, just ignore them. You shouldn't have to lie, just to make them like you or be your friend. Don’t let people judge you. What’s almost more important is the fact that you shouldn't judge other people either. Just like you they have the right to be themselves. Judging people is bad. It can prevent them from being themselves, so don’t do it, and don’t let anyone do it to you.
After all that I've said I hope you understand why you would be better off being yourself than pretending to be someone, or something, else. Stay true to your personality. Don’t be afraid to state your opinions, or beliefs. Wear what you want to wear, and have your hair how you like it. Don’t let anyone judge you, and don’t judge anyone else. Most importantly don’t lie just so people will like you, be yourself and the right people will love the real you.
