Be Who You Are

“Be who you are and be that well.” – Saint Francis de Sales

This is a quote I came back to often while growing up. Like a lot of people, I spent time comparing myself to others and wishing I had what they had or could be more like them.

Here’s the truth. Trying to be someone else usually doesn’t end well.

Now let me be clear. Having role models is a good thing. Learning from others is important. But that’s not the same as trying to change who you are just to fit in or impress someone.