Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.

MunnaPraWiN
3 min readApr 29, 2023

Individuality is one of the most important aspects of human existence. Each of us is unique, with our own set of experiences, beliefs, and perspectives. However, in a world that is increasingly focused on conformity and sameness, it can be challenging to maintain one’s sense of individuality. The pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations can lead people to try to be like others, rather than embracing their own unique qualities.

Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else. The most incredible beauty and the most satisfying way of life come from affirming your own uniqueness.

“The person who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd. The person who walks alone is likely to find himself in places no one has ever seen before.” — Albert Einstein

It’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to conform to what the people around you are like.

When you spend a lot of time on social media, you may find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others and doing your best to “fit in”.

But that’s not the best way to live. There’s a lot of pressure in trying to be something that you’re not. You’re much better off learning how to be yourself.

We are all unique and we do our best when we find how to thrive in that uniqueness.

No matter what your differences are, you have to embrace them and be proud of the way you are.” — Jazz Jennings

Being unique allows us to express ourselves fully.

Being unique can lead to greater creativity and innovation.

Being unique can inspire others.

“Don’t be afraid of being different, be afraid of being the same as everyone else.” -unknown

This is my lifetime favourite inspiring quote. I see everyday in the mirror and say, MunnaPrawin how different are you ? what makes you unique ?how different you can be and what you doing to be different & special ?This is a point that every person, business should think about when taking risks.

Calculated risks can pay off in a big way, especially when challenging the norm with confidence and consistency.

What happens when you push a different approach? You start to stand out. You start to win.

Being different by thinking outside of the box is what has helped many people become great leaders, inventors, entrepreneurs, and innovators. By being true to ourselves, we can create a ripple effect of positivity and self-acceptance in our communities.

Always refuse to be like the others! The more you become similar to the others the more you will be useless because there are already plenty of the others!

It’s easy to compare yourself to others and worry about living up to society’s expectations. Sometimes it’s hard being different from family members, coworkers, school mates, or friends. Those that try to blend in with others are truly taking the easy route; they aren’t required to think their own thoughts, so they just end up going with the flow.

“Sometimes, being different feels a lot like being alone. But with that being said, being true to that and being true to my standards and my way of doing things in my art and my music, everything that has made me feel very different…in the end, it has made me the happiest.” — Lindsey Stirling

In conclusion, it is essential to resist the pressure to conform and to strive to be unique. By embracing our individuality, we can express ourselves fully, foster creativity and innovation, and inspire others. We should celebrate the things that make us different, rather than trying to be like others. As Oscar Wilde famously said, “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”

Ordinary people are products of their environment and fit in. Real Leaders transcend their environment and stand out. Be an inspiration to others by forging a new path and staying true to yourself today!

In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.
Good luck!

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