The day I became "just me" was the day I made a decision and knew it was the best one for me and my future.
Just being me means that my independence relies on allowing myself to listen to my inner voice. It's not being selfish as it may imply. You'll still merge ideas with others before making some choices.
But too many outside opinions force one to doubt themselves and their ability to make a sound choice on their own.
Think out loud to yourself when you are alone. Write it down and see the thought appear on paper. It will become real to you as you read it back to yourself.
Commit to making it happen at some point in your life.
To ignore it is to diminish your self worth.
Cathy
