i don’t belong anywhere, and that’s okay
In a world that puts forth the notion of “find your place,” not belonging is an unsettling feeling. However, I have come to realize that the concept of not belonging can sometimes be a hidden strength. The word “fit in” implies molding one’s self according to the values and expectations of a certain group. But what if our uniqueness is better served by never settling into one specific space or identity?
It’s then that, not belonging to a specific group, we are free to go and discover everywhere because we are not defined by being a member of a certain clique or crowd. So, we grow and change and evolve. We become explorers, who are curious about everything and willing to see the world from every side. Not belonging means that it’s possible to float between different ideas, cultures, and perspectives, with a collection of insights that then shape richer and fuller lives.
This freedom to roam also gives one a more profound view into the world and helps one better grasp oneself. Without a predefined box to fit into, one is left to probe his personal values, dreams, and passions unaided by such external influences. It makes for such a liberating concept because one isn’t forced to compromise who one is in order to be accepted.
Embracing the reality of not belonging, we have a place for ourselves in authenticity. Creating meaningful connections everywhere as opposed to fitting into life’s molds and expectations, we turn out to have a trip of journeys, weird maybe, but full of fulfillment; not necessarily because of some place but because of the richness of experience.
So, if you feel like you don’t belong in a place, love that. You’ve got this whole extra gift of perspective, freedom to grow, and a chance to make connections that transcend any single identity. You are exactly where you need to be.
