My significant other and I had an interesting conversation recently where we both agree that life is much too short to not live one that is fulfilling. I’ve been told that I’m “a handful” or that I’m “too much” sometimes. But what fulfills and sustains me just may not be what does the same for you and that’s okay. We are not setup to live our lives at the expense of others approval, but only for our own personal approval. Unfortunately, you just won’t be everyone’s cup of tea!

So what does it mean to live life unapologetically? It means living without fear or limitations. It means living your life on your own terms, not being afraid to be yourself, and not letting anyone else control your narrative.

In today’s society, there is so much pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations. We are constantly bombarded with messages telling us how we should look, behave, and think. It can be easy to get caught up in trying to meet these standards and forgetting what truly matters: being happy and living our best lives.

Living life unapologetically means rejecting the negative messages we receive and instead choosing to focus on positive self-love and acceptance. It means embracing our uniqueness and sharing our gifts with the world. When we live our lives unapologetically, we open ourselves up to limitless possibilities and joy.

Tips for Living Life Unapologetically

1. To thine own self, be true!
   While this is an infamous quote from Shakespeare’s play Hamlet, the interesting thing is that Polonius, the character who says it, is one of the most unpleasant individuals in the play. His advice to his son, Laertes, is honestly pompous, hypocritical, and empty to say that least. But the words still stand true, despite the delivery. The most important thing is to be true to yourself. You are the only one who knows what makes you happy, so don’t let anyone else control your narrative. Follow your heart and do what feels right for you, even if it goes against the grain. Society’s expectations are not worth sacrificing your happiness.
2. Embrace your uniqueness.
   We are all unique snowflakes, so embrace your quirks! There is no one else quite like you, so celebrate your differences. The world needs more people who are comfortable in their own skin and aren’t afraid to stand out from the crowd.
3. Live in the present moment.
   One of the best things about living life unapologetically is that it allows you to live in the present moment without worrying about what others think of you. Instead of constantly comparing yourself to others or dwelling on past mistakes, focus on enjoying the here and now. savor each moment and make the most of every opportunity that comes your way.
4. Follow your dreams.
   When you’re living life unapologetically, there’s nothing stopping you from following your dreams! If you’ve always wanted to start your own business or travel the world, go for it! Don’t let anyone else tell you what you can or can’t do – only you know what’s possible for you. So go out there and make your dreams a reality!

We all have one life to live, so why not make it a life that we’re proud of? Living life unapologetically means doing what makes us happy and not letting anyone else control our narrative. It’s a liberating way of life that allows us to be our true selves and follow our dreams without limitations. It’s okay to not meet everyone’s expectations of you. I’m okay with not being everyone’s cup of tea!

One of my infamous sayings is that “I should NEVER have to dim my light for someone else to shine brighter!” I refuse to limit my capabilities, talents, desires, or ambitions to help someone else feel better about their own insecurities, imperfections, deficiencies, or shortcomings. I live myself unapologetically, without limitations, and without restrictions. You too should LIVE UNAPOLOGECTICALLY.