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Authenticity

This is the big word for being real and true to yourself in the midst of a lot of people. It's one of the main ingredients in the standing-out recipe.
It's starts from accepting who you are at the moment, looking forward to who you can be, and following the pathway to get there with procedures that are meant for you and your DNA. Not copying and pasting another person's life.

Imagine two people trying to get somewhere looking classy. But one is a plus-size, while the other is a size 6. Even if they have access to the same fabric and style, the uniqueness of the sewing is according to the structure of each person's body.

The same thing happens when you face everyday life with an authentic mindset that says "I'll be true to my person today, irrespective of temptation to conform to the norm".

This is not an advocacy for rudeness. It is the beauty of embracing personal identity and showcase it gracefully. This is how people stay fresh and relevant in their field. 

When people are authentic, others can connect and relate to them easily, without stress. It because they are real and nice. It's a beautiful thing to behold.
No two people are the same, so why try to be like someone else? You are your role model because your role is not generic. You can have inspiration around you, but everything comes in alignment with who you truly are.

That's why some things interest you the way they do and others will probably not make sense of it. Regardless of your environment, don't lose yourself trying so hard to fit in. 
You are you and no one can do you the way you do. 

Shalom!

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