In this article let’s look at how to embrace your life, simply by embracing your inner self because as human beings, we have an inherent tendency to avoid standing out from the crowd.
Our survival from the very beginning relied on safety in numbers and, funny enough; this habit still remains in our nature despite any real need remaining for this in today’s world.
One could even argue that with the incredible amount of interaction we have with our peers from literally every corner of the globe due to the advancement of social media, the feeling that we must adhere to a predetermined status quo is greater than ever before! 
We are inevitably pressured to mask our authentic selves on a daily basis. Whether from work colleagues, friend groups, or social media followers, this urge is unavoidable. However, there is so much merit to be found in remaining true to oneself and embracing your own life.
In this article, we are going to discuss only a few of the many reasons that embracing your inner self not only benefits you but can also be a gift to the world around you!
How To Embrace Your Life
One of the most wonderful traits we possess as human beings is that each of us is completely unique. Other than the obvious things we all share, everyone differs in their individual talents, abilities, perspectives, and so on.
Unfortunately, when we mask these differences in an attempt to avoid standing out, we deprive ourselves and everyone around us of the true difference that can be made from self-expression.
Consider for a minute the greatest inventions and discoveries gifted to mankind up until now. One common theme you will find is that these were brought about by people willing to be different and resist the status quo.
Going back to the subject of common traits shared by all of us, whether we know it or not, self-acceptance is one of these traits. Even though the need to fit in often overshadows this urge, deep down, we all long to be who we truly are. When you are able to embrace your life and go against the grain, you invite others to do the same.
When those around you notice that you are comfortable with who you are, they are much more likely to follow suit! This ripple effect fosters self-expression and allows everyone to benefit from the fellowship of collective talents and abilities.
Believe it or not, it takes considerably more effort and energy to blend in than it does to be your true self. Going with the crowd involves a conscious effort to act and behave a certain way at all times. This tendency results in the wasting of a large portion of our mental resources that could be used in much better ways.
The time you spend hiding your uniqueness should be allocated to improving and growing yourself and whatever you strive for in this life. When you are able to combine your inherent talents and this otherwise wasted energy, I can promise that you are capable of some really incredible things!
By now, you have certainly realized that life is short. One of the most painful feelings we can experience is that of regret. By not taking advantage of whatever gifts you possess, there will come a time when you become acutely aware of missed opportunities.
Here are actionable steps that you can take to embrace your life:
- Make a file on your computer for inspirational things. When you see something that makes you happy, save it there, and look at this file every time you are feeling despondent.
- Celebrate life by showing others that you care. Simple things like chocolate for a friend, some homemade soup for someone sick all go a long way to improving your own life and the way you feel about yourself.
- Search for the best in others and let them know what it is that you love about them.
- Get rid of all your bad habits and replace them with good ones. It only takes 30 days to develop a new and better habit.
- Join up with a community group or volunteer to do something for somebody in need.
- Seize opportunities when you see them. They might never come around again and then you live with regret.
Often times, the most monumental changes in life come and go in the blink of an eye, unable to be capitalized on when they are gone. By embracing your inner self, you can mitigate so much regret down the road.
Blending in with the crowd has become so habitual for most of us that doing anything else will feel very odd at first. However, if you can make this your new “normal”, the benefits to you and those around you are more than worth it!
