Why can't I be like the others?
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Updated: Apr 2, 2019
cupcakesforlife
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Jun 14, 2015
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hmm .. Why not think it in the other way round ? :) Why can't others be like you ? Everyone is unique in their own way , and if you're lucky enough to be the different one , don't change ! Your life is going to so much special than others :) Just stay strong till the end and look back at your life with a proud look on your face :)
MelissaElissa17
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Apr 6, 2015
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You can't be like others because you are a UNIQUE person, there is only one of them and there is only one of you. Everyone can't be the same, but people can be similar. You don't have to be like others to fit in, it takes time to accept yourself.
worthit97
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Jul 3, 2015
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I would like to ask: Why would you want to be like others?
It is a fact that no matter how hard anyone tries, they will never be like "others". Being who you are is perfectly fine. Being who you are is what makes you special. So stay special. Others may have something you don't, but while you are thinking of that, think about what you have and others don't as well. You should be proud of being yourself. You don't have to be like anyone else to be happy. Being yourself, that's what would make you a happier person. If you constantly try to be someone else, you would never be happy as you would only be living in their shadow.
avanef
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May 8, 2017
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There's a reason why everyone isn't exactly like each other. Some people share common things and some don't, but overall, we're different and who we are in our own ways and we shouldn't feel like we need to be like everyone else. Being you is the best you can be, you don't want to be "normal" or perfect or just like everyone else. Be you and you'll be just fine! :)
Dovah
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May 2, 2015
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No one is 'normal', I promise you, no two lives in this world will be the same. You'll also find these things you don't view as 'normal' will eventually end up developing you as a person for the better.
Anonymous
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Jun 1, 2015
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You can't be like others because the only person you can be is yourself. We often feel the need to conform in order to fit in. This usually comes from a place of not knowing and not appreciating who we really are. Our personalities are like psychological fingerprints. They are bio-metric keys to unlocking true satisfaction in relationships. Get to know yourself, appreciate what makes you different, even if others don't. Love who you are because there is no one else who is exactly like you on this Earth. You are one in 7 Billion. BE PROUD OF THAT!
Anonymous
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Jun 3, 2015
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Why would you want to be like someone else? The best part about you is you! Only you can be you, no one else. If you don't share the same interests as others, then surround yourself with people who do share those interests. You'll not only feel more comfortable but you'll also have the chance to make new friends!
CandidGrace
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Jun 18, 2015
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Being yourself means individualism. Even if you're apart of a crowd you still have to be your own unique self. Don't lose yourself in what other people are doing and make your own choices.
chanelsdaisy
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Jun 22, 2015
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you do not have to. YOu are perfectly good being different as others. Even if you are strange or something, accept that and take it as your superpower
VitalSigns
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Jun 30, 2015
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The fact is you will never be exactly like anyone else in the world. No matter how many things you have in common with a person, you will always find something you do not see eye to eye on. The reason why you cannot be like others is that you are your a unique and beautiful person. What makes everyone beautiful is the fact that they are who they are. Knowing you are not like everyone else is a blessing, not a curse. It shows that you have a unique personality, and should never be downplayed!
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