Shades of Me:

Navigating the Diverse Roles in Everyone's Story

Happy Birthday To Me !!

On this my Birthday , I find myself reflecting on the various roles I play in everyone's stories.

In certain narratives, I'm cast as a villain, while in others, I'm a savior.

And yet, none of it reflects who I truly am.

NEWSFLASH !! The way people perceive you is tinted by their upbringing, beliefs, and personal encounters.

For some, my vibrant personality is endearing, for others, it's simply annoying. Some mistake my kindness for weakness, while others see me as a Leader with being insightful, fearless and a risk taker.

Some label me as blunt and emotional and at times a "Snowflake” , while others find comfort in being themselves around me.

There are those who see me as crude and abrasive and yet, others respect my ability to stand up for myself and others as an empathetic compassionate humanitarian.

Some admire my successes in life, but to others, it might come across as conceited and not earned or deserved.

*Yet again, none of these perceptions truly define who I am.

It's crucial to grasp that I have no control over how people perceive me. I've learned not to attempt to dictate how others see me because, in the end, the only thing that genuinely matters is the reflection I see when the chaos settles and the day concludes. I am just “ME” an Aquarius~RS

"Embracing Another Chapter: Today, I celebrate the beautiful mosaic of roles I play in everyone's story. As I blow out the candles, I affirm my authenticity, understanding that the perceptions of others don't define me. Here's to embracing the uniqueness within and savoring the essence of my journey. Happy Birthday to the unapologetically genuine me!"

Daily Affirmation

Historybook: President Abraham Lincoln born (1809); Biologist Charles Darwin born (1809); Children’s author Judy Blume born (1938); President Bill Clinton acquitted on impeachment charges (1999); “Peanuts” cartoonist Charles Schulz dies (2000).

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- Judy Blume

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