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10 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Take Yourself Too Seriously.

Taking ourselves too seriously is not just a personal flaw. It's also a social problem, in the sense that it promotes inequality and inhibits cooperation.

By Phong OG Published 4 years ago 5 min read

Life is tough and it can take a very heavy toll on your mental health if you don't take some time to learn how to laugh at yourself every once in awhile. If you've ever found yourself with worry and anxiety weighing down on your shoulders, it's important that you know that it's OK to let go of them. These are the 10 reasons why you should never take yourself too seriously.

1. You're Still Breathing

In a world where there are natural disasters, wars, and diseases, it's important that you never forget that the only thing keeping you alive is your own breath. And yet many people still take the precious gift of breathing for granted. Remember to take a moment to appreciate your body doing what it's designed to do.

2. You're Not Perfect

People are not perfect. If you could push a button and make yourself perfect then you'd be doing exactly that. But sadly we can't, so it's important that we all understand that we're not going to be perfect no matter how hard we try. We all have our strengths and weaknesses and you're not going to be able to please everyone. Even though you've got your flaws, it's important that you know that they aren't the most important thing about you.

3. You Should Be Happy

It's important that you keep a positive mindset and it would be terrible if you were constantly looking for the worst in everyone and everything. There are more things to celebrate than there are to mourn, so don't forget to look for the good in what life has brought your way. It really does go a long way. Just see these photos of people with disabilities smiling even though they face hardships every day. These are the people who know how to stay positive and happy, despite all of the challenges they're facing.

4. You Need To Laugh

We all need to laugh at least once a day. Laughter is one of the best things that this world has to offer. Some people find it hard to laugh and get in the mood for it, but you should never be discouraged from laughing at yourself even if you don't feel like doing so. Have fun watching funny videos and going out with friends and family. Then when you're all done laughing, remember that there's nothing wrong with having a little fun every now and then.

5. You Can Grow Without Losing Yourself

You're definitely not going to find yourself becoming someone completely different anymore than the person you are right now. You have a unique personality that makes you like you. Don't let people tell you that you're wrong for not being different in any way. Everyone goes through their own journey and life is about learning from it. So embrace who you are and continue to grow as a person and never stay stagnant.

6. You Need To Be Happy With Yourself

You can always do better, but there's no sense in obsessing over things that don't matter in the slightest. Admire yourself for all of your accomplishments, it will only make you happier with yourself to know that no matter what age or stage of life you are, there's always room for improvement and growth.

7. You Can't Do It All At Once

It's also important to realize that you cannot do it all at once. You're in a race against the clock and you need to learn how to manage your time properly if you want to hit all of your goals. There are only 24 hours in the day and there's no use leaving any of them wasted away. Try waking up 30 minutes earlier than usual so that you have more time to do everything that you love, including yourself! Do whatever it takes to get things done and remember that nobody is going to be able to do it for you, so take responsibility for yourself and don't forget about your priorities.

8. You Can't Judge A Book By It's Cover

We've all heard the saying Never judge a book by its cover right? Well, it's just as true as it's ever been. Never let your first impression of someone else make you think they're bad or behave in a negative way that could get in the way of something great. You never know the struggles that someone is facing and might be struggling to keep things together just to get through the day. Put yourself in their shoes before you jump to conclusions about them.

9. You Can't Get Rid Of The Bad Elevators

We all have bad days and those bad days come sometimes when you just aren't feeling it. It doesn't mean that you should take your frustrations out on someone else. We all have some things going on in our lives that we pay no attention to, and we should never try to make anyone else feel like they've done something wrong without giving them a chance to explain what they think they did wrong.

But sometimes people can be rude or angry and it's important that you know how to deal with them effectively, so don't let anger get the best of you. Try your best not to show that you're angry at all.

10. You Are Someone Special

People don't realize that we should all take the time to appreciate what we have. It seems like other people are living such a perfect life and yet they don't seem to realize just how wonderful they really are. Getting in touch with yourself and reading this article can only be beneficial in every aspect of your life. So please don't let anyone tell you that you're not good enough or that you shouldn't be who you are because they're definitely wrong. You deserve to be happy with yourself and it will only make your life better if you try to think the best of yourself.

Conclusion

Everyone should be happy with themselves. It's important that you know that you can't please everybody and to not let what other people say about you get the best of you. Don't let your life slip through your fingertips because you aren't going to be able to reverse time and make things different just because someone said something hurtful to you. Take care of yourself first, love yourself and do everything possible to make your life the best it can be.

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