Always be Yourself
The family is the basic social unit of society which ideally demonstrates that inter dependence is the key for survival and progress in life. Care and compassion are the fundamentals on which humanity thrives, with family being the foreground. It is the primary duty of every family member to think about the welfare of their loved ones, apart from their own.
People tend to worship those they think are perfect. This creates a personal need to live up to the expectations of others. In the process many people lose sight of what they want from life. They spend an entire lifetime focusing on how others want them to be rather than what they truly wish to be. Ultimately this leads to frustration, regret and loss of happiness as they are unable to reach their full capacity for personal growth and self actualization.
In life everything comes with its own set of limitations. When expectations cross the line, they become a baggage. The need for space is side-lined and relationships suffocate and may even suffer a breakdown.
Mutual respect and the need to give space to one another can save many a relationship. Understanding what is good for your loved one rather than what you want them to be can be truly liberating.
Realising what is right for you and your loved ones can make life more meaningful and peaceful. Loving your family is important but loving yourself is not selfishness. Self care is essential to enable you to care for others. Hence it is important to be yourself and also help others to discover their true potential. Rising above unrealistic expectations is the first step towards Liberation.
“Doing as others told me, I was blind.
Coming when others called me, I was lost.
Then I left everyone, myself as well,
Then I found everyone, myself as well!”
-RUMI
