Alright so hey, its been a while since my last post and I apologize for that. I've had a lot going on and it has also been difficult to think of something to write about that would stand up to my last entry. I have had the concept of individuality rattling around in my head for some time now. It may seem like a pretty simple idea, yet I don't know how many people really grasp it. What it comes down to is that, as human beings, we all have things that make us different whether it be our looks, ideas, opinions, passions, fashion sense, etc. In today's society we are influenced incredibly by propaganda and the opinions of our peers and our media. There is no doubt in my mind that we have all done things to be accepted by others even though what we do may not be what we want or what we like. It is pretty much unavoidable at times but we can't let the opinions of other change who we are deep down. It may sound a little cliche but yes, you have to be yourself. There is no sense in hiding things that you are ashamed of or even being ashamed of those things at all. We all have flaws and we all make mistakes. Don't think for a second that you know someone who is perfect or even close to it. I noticed with my entry about depression that you guys find it helpful for me to talk about things that most people would consider too personal to share with the world, so here I go again. I spent this past weekend in Portage-Geauga detention center. For those of you who are unfamiliar, that would be juvie. I'm in no way proud to be saying this and it is actually very difficult for me to share with you but what I picked up there is relevant to what I'm saying. I was forced to wear clothing that was identical to everyone else's and there wasn't much I could do to stand out amongst others. When you have your individuality stripped from you, you realize how important it really is. No it isn't all about your clothing or how you dress that lets you express who you are, but that is a part of it. Blending in with a crowd or a clique may seem like something you want to do, but why? You have to do what you want to do and stand out amongst the millions of people who inhabit the earth. Be different. The same goes for your opinions and ideas. Just because someone says something and a group of people agree with them doesn't mean that they are right or that they have the only valid input. Most of the people who are agreeing with that person are probably just to shy to say what they think or too scared that they will be considered weird or different. Some of the greatest historic and modern icons are those who were willing to do what they wanted without fear of what others would think. We all have something amazing to give to the world and if you don't input your unique views and personality, you're wasting that ability. So again I say, be yourself, regardless of what your friends or foes might think. You may just surprise yourself and start something amazing.
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Individuality
Alright so hey, its been a while since my last post and I apologize for that. I've had a lot going on and it has also been difficult to think of something to write about that would stand up to my last entry. I have had the concept of individuality rattling around in my head for some time now. It may seem like a pretty simple idea, yet I don't know how many people really grasp it. What it comes down to is that, as human beings, we all have things that make us different whether it be our looks, ideas, opinions, passions, fashion sense, etc. In today's society we are influenced incredibly by propaganda and the opinions of our peers and our media. There is no doubt in my mind that we have all done things to be accepted by others even though what we do may not be what we want or what we like. It is pretty much unavoidable at times but we can't let the opinions of other change who we are deep down. It may sound a little cliche but yes, you have to be yourself. There is no sense in hiding things that you are ashamed of or even being ashamed of those things at all. We all have flaws and we all make mistakes. Don't think for a second that you know someone who is perfect or even close to it. I noticed with my entry about depression that you guys find it helpful for me to talk about things that most people would consider too personal to share with the world, so here I go again. I spent this past weekend in Portage-Geauga detention center. For those of you who are unfamiliar, that would be juvie. I'm in no way proud to be saying this and it is actually very difficult for me to share with you but what I picked up there is relevant to what I'm saying. I was forced to wear clothing that was identical to everyone else's and there wasn't much I could do to stand out amongst others. When you have your individuality stripped from you, you realize how important it really is. No it isn't all about your clothing or how you dress that lets you express who you are, but that is a part of it. Blending in with a crowd or a clique may seem like something you want to do, but why? You have to do what you want to do and stand out amongst the millions of people who inhabit the earth. Be different. The same goes for your opinions and ideas. Just because someone says something and a group of people agree with them doesn't mean that they are right or that they have the only valid input. Most of the people who are agreeing with that person are probably just to shy to say what they think or too scared that they will be considered weird or different. Some of the greatest historic and modern icons are those who were willing to do what they wanted without fear of what others would think. We all have something amazing to give to the world and if you don't input your unique views and personality, you're wasting that ability. So again I say, be yourself, regardless of what your friends or foes might think. You may just surprise yourself and start something amazing.
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