Live for Yourself, Not for People's Opinions
"If you love too much, you will be cheated. If you speak too much, you will lie. If you cry too much, you will lose your sight. If you think too much, you will be depressed. If you care too much, you will be taken for granted. If you trust too much, you will be betrayed. If you work too much, you will lose your life. Don't be too much, because that too much can hurt you so much."
No matter what you do, someone will have an opinion about it. Trying to please everyone is a battle that can never be won.
If You Dress Well
Some people will say you are showing off.
If You Dress Simple
Some people will assume you are poor.
If You Gain Weight
Some people will say you eat too much.
If You Are Slim
Some people will think you are unhealthy or sick.
If You Become Rich
Some people will call you arrogant.
If You Are Struggling
Some people will label you as lazy.
The Reality of Life
People often judge based on what they see, not on what they truly know.
They do not see your sacrifices.
They do not see your struggles.
They do not see your hard work.
They only see a small part of your story.
That is why living according to everyone's expectations is impossible.
The Lesson
Be respectful, but do not become a prisoner of other people's opinions.
Dress the way that makes you confident.
Work toward your goals.
Take care of your health.
Build your future.
Stay true to your values.
Your happiness should not depend on the approval of others.
No matter what you do, people will always have something to say. So live for yourself, stay true to your purpose, and never let your peace be stolen by someone else's opinion.
— Sarim Insight 🌱