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Being True to One Self — Harming No One!
Be true to your heart…put your whole heart and soul into it, and then whatever you do, it will shine through! Jamie Brewer
Always keep your dignity and be true to yourself. Marjane Satrapi
You were born an original. Don’t die a copy. John Mason
Being true to what your heart wants isn’t simple. Right from the time your were little, friends and family may have been there with their suggestions. But at some point you realized it was up to you. Up to you not to pander to other people’s opinions of who they thought you should be. You decided to be true to yourself from then on! Acknowledging at the same time others too have rights. Others too have feelings which can be hurt. So you promise — no harm to others!
I, right from a very young age have never been a ‘people pleaser’. At times this left me with very few (and at times no) friends. Yet, I mostly felt comfortable with who I am. A little lonely at times, may be. But comfortable with ME!
I was an only child. I wonder? If this gave me the grounding I needed to be comfortable with times of being alone, and yet not lonely.
Your heart knows what your heart knows, right? Your heart knows who you truly are! So to be true to yourself, you need to alertly and actively listen. And, do you want to know something completely awesome? This wonderful and amazing process of listening attentively to your heart continues for the rest of your life. Awesome, yes? Have you heard of the phrase ‘you should learn something new everyday?’
But, wait a moment here. You don’t live an isolated life on a remote island. You interact and have dealings with others nearly everday. Your heart wants your dealings with other people to honestly reflect the true you.
Are you comfortable enough with yourself for this? Your heart knows you and your needs.
When you truly know who you are — you will be comfortable with others also. No need for masks or pretence. People you care about will accept you for who you are. Why? Because you are brave and confident enough in yourself to open up. People know who you are because you are truthful and honest.
Unfortunately we live in the real world. I don’t know about you. But I get a little tired of the ‘check out’ girls asking ‘how are you this afternoon?’ My silent voice is screaming- ‘here we go again!’ Do we all feel this way? Guessing this is simply what she is trained to say to each of her customers.
Well, I would love to live in the ideal world, where this question is only asked with sincerity and genuine affection. I have for many years only asked ‘how are you?’ when I really want to know. And people who know me respond in kind. Telling me truthfully and openly how they feel. Good or bad. Knowing I will take the time to listen — truly listen.
I am staying true to myself and honouring the person I am speaking to. At times this simple ‘how are you?’ leads to a cuppa and a shared conversation. Can’t get better than that!
Be true to yourself, help others, make each day your masterpiece, make friendship a fine art, drink deeply from good books… John Wooden
Be youself, but always your better self. Karly Maeser
Courage is being true to yourself, true to a sense of integrity. Cornel West
Having the courage to indeed make each day a Masterpiece! WOW! My heart is singing. Yes! You can do this. I look back on my life and I indeed had days where, yes, it was a master piece.
Bear with me please as I give one or two examples.
Of course, the obvious first, is the birth of my children. Masterpieces in themselves — pure perfection at birth. Your children too — masterpieces — unique, precious — your children! Then having the confidence to commence university as a mature age student, at 39 years old. And graduating with two degrees and a Graduate diploma. Yes, a true masterpiece. Many more masterpiece days make up my life. My journey.
And I stepped away from horrific domestic abuse with nothing but my two precious babies. Started a new life. A wonderful life of adventures, challenges and opportunities. New friends, yes, my life is an ongoing masterpiece in itself. Yes, crunched up failures along the way. It happens to the best of us.
Picked myself up! Shook myself off! And continued on life’s journey of being true to myself!
And you, my precious reader! Your heart gives you the confidence to be passionate in you. In the you who you truly are! And at times enjoying you along the way.
Having times when life presents days for you which are true masterpieces. Days which you will rememer and cherish for the rest of your life. These days add up and add to the value of the person of worth you truly are.
Being true to your heart and yourself gives you the inner belief not to compromise. You follow your heart and reject anything you don’t believe in. If it doesn’t feel right deep within your heart. You know for you it isn’t right!
You live your life authentically and with integrity!
Stay true to yourself. Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony. Mahatma Gandhi
Well, if you’re true to yourself you’re going to be to everyone else. John Wooden
When you fight yourself to discover the real you, there is only one winner. Stephen Richards.
Having the life you want means being and staying true to yourself all life long. What your deeply value and desire is key to who you are are. Your heart has taught you the value of being your own master. Your inner authenticity strengthens your deep understanding of your emotions and desires.
Being true to yourself means, like me, you are not about pleasing other people. Although you do care about others. You live by your own standard. The opportunities and challenges of the past have taught you to surround yourself with family and friends who are trustworthy and honest. As indeed you strive to be.
Never lose sight how hard you have worked to build your integrity. Believe others have worked equally as hard to do the same in their lives. I believe, each of us has to be True to Oneself! When dealing with others, respect their feeling at all times. As indeed you wish them to respect yours.
People who genuinely care about you will understand and be open to things which are important to you. There is absolutely no need to hide any of you. Or deny things your are passionate about. Being a true and open person means your are confident enough to share the real you.
And, now the real world! The world of work and society as a whole. The world made up of mostly strangers. Well, this is where being the True You can really shine. So many people are busy running to and fro doing their assisgned tasks. Now, you on the other hand, are the Master of your own Universe.
One-baby-step at a time! You do not alter who you are. Yet, you stick to the ‘Policies and Procedures Manual’ of your workplace. You treat fellow colleagues and members of the public with respect and dignity. Expecting the same in return.
Being the master of your own ship, you if possible only take jobs which match your sense of integrity. Not easy, but possible at times.
A good person can make another person good; it means that goodness will elicit goodness in the society; other persons will also be good. Bhumibol Adulyadyj
Your heart has spoken! You have listened! You live a life of authenticity and integrity! You live a life being the True You! You have mastered the challenges and opportunities your life has thrown your way.
You have accepted who you are. A person who strives for a life filled with respect and dignity. You have also realized because you live your life according to this standard, those you meet treat you with respect also. Others in your life sense your inner strength and confidence.
When life’s hardships hit, your inner strength and confidence gives you the capability to get through.
When dealing with others your authenticity shines through. You are a beacon lighting up our world! Others will grow and learn from your light!
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