Don't betray yourself

DON'T LET GO OF YOUR REAL SELF

The expectations of today's world can be so heavy that it pulls you in a thousand directions at the same time, the noise around you can drown out your inner voice, but one thing that you must always hold on to is your true self. It is that raw, unfiltered essence of who you are, the dreams that ignites your soul, the quirks that make you uniquely you, and the values that guide your every step. Never let go of it, for without it you lose your uniqueness in the ocean of the usual.

You are like a tree with roots, to remain standing you are meant to keep roots going as deep as it can go, and spread your branches as wide as you can. Your root is your authenticity, and your branches are the result of your efforts. Society may whisper that you conform to its opinions, they may demand that you blend in, but no one can be a trailblazer by blending into the crowd, no one can be unique or stand out of the crowd by flowing with the tide of trends.

You may be ridiculed, you may fail, doubts may creep in, but you must cling tightly to to the core of your dreams, you must hold on to your vision, you must refuse to let go of the truth of who you are. Holding onto your true self may not always be easy, it demands courage to say no when the crowd says yes, to pursue passion over anything else, to embrace vulnerability in a world that prizes perfection. Every time you compromise your authenticity, you chip away your own joy and happiness.

The relationships that flourish are those built on realness; the achievements that endure are those born from genuine fire. When you let go of who you are, you invite regret to take its place. So, rise each day with the determination and dedication to chase that which is dear to you. To chart paths that have not been treaded, and to align with the purpose that will ensure you reach your desired destination.

To a better you, Kamikun John.