Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Inner Reflection

Human beings naturally tend to want to express individualism to their peers, colleagues, and strangers. We do this is many ways by altering our lifestyle. For example, we tattoo our bodies, listen to certain music, pierce our bodies, wear clothes that express our feelings, etc. Between the ages of 18-24 months old we finally become self conscious of who we are. This includes our thoughts, feelings, and sensations. From this period in our life, we begin searching for self expression.

"Teens and twentysomethings try out friends, fashions, hobbies, jobs, lovers, locations, and living arrangements to see what fits and what's "just not me." Midlifers deepen commitments to career, community, faith, and family that match their self-images, or feel trapped in existences that seem not their own. Elders regard life choices with regret or satisfaction based largely on whether they were "true" to themselves." - Karen Wright


If we as humans do not reach full self expression, then we will not have a high self-confidence or gain self determination. Therefore, we wouldn't be satisfied with ourselves. I'm seeing a trend in my generation and with many other generations, young and old; people seem to follow the same ideas, music, path, etc. I notice many of the people going to my school or merely living in my community wear the same type of clothing and participate in the same activities. For example, having TOMS, wearing braids in your hair, having the most expensive name brand luxuries, going shopping, spending money here and there, and many other activities. While all this is happening I am coming to a conclusion that my generation and many others aren't fully happy, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually. They follow the crowd, media, and mainstream. I don't really see any of them trying to go out of their way to prove to themselves their sole purpose for being on this planet.

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My conclusion has led me to a life of more purpose and deeper thought. I want to share with everyone to find their inner self. I want them to figure out what really makes them happy. I have found my purpose by reaching inside, going beyond my limits, and learning the kind of person I am and who I want to become. I strive to be different and to be irrelevant in life. In which, this gives me the chance to make new experiences and moments in time that many others won't be able to find.

“True and lasting inner peace can never be found in external things. It can only be found within in. And then, once we find and nurture it with ourselves, it radiates outward." -Buddah.

In my opinion, this quote wraps up my thoughts well. It clearly states that once we all find our inner self, then maybe we can share that together and be a more loving and caring species. I'd like for you as my reader to think about yourself-the dynamics of you, the achievements you want to have, how you want others to see you, and what could you do to make this world a better place. Then you shall spread your wings and let it show through your smile and vibrant personality because deep down some where we are all caring in some way.