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Dare To Be Different


What does being different really mean? Why is it that people just can't seem to accept people for who they are? Should people who are different be victimised just because they don't conform to the "established norms" in a particular group? In sports, I say "No!" People should be able to express who they are without being cast out because they "don't fit in".

Survival in these settings requires a unique type of mental toughness; a type of toughness that can only be found in the most versatile of people. Do all people possess this type of mental toughness? What happens when the ones who are mentally tough stand up for what they believe in? What happens when the ones who are not strong enough conform, are they seen as equals?

Regardless of the circumstances, set your eyes on the prize and don't be deterred by the disappointments that come with being different. Be proud of who you are and continue to shine. If they don't like you, they still have to respect you.

~Dawn~

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