Many people say "just be yourself" when you are facing a problem, but what does it actually mean? It is espressing your own true feelings even though it will hurt someone's feelings?
2007-01-06 00:35:21 · 21 answers · asked by nARuTo fAN 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Be yourself means behaving as the way you are,not to behave artificially which is against your nature.
of course if ur own true felings are hurting someone and if you are also not liking that then of course you can change your that particular habit.
but remember, that does not mean you are not being yourself.
changing a particular habit does not mean you are changing your original persona.
because good habits are good and bad habits are bad..
you cannot convert good to best but you can convert good to better.
goodluck.be positive.
2007-01-06 01:41:17 · answer #1 · answered by UnIqUe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being yourself when facing a problem means to share or put into action what you have learned from being in a similar situation. Each of us is unique and respond to challenges differently so the best you can do is offer your own life experiences with others and then you will not seen as being critical or judgmental. And as always when we express our thoughts to advise someone, remember it must be done in love - having a genuine concern for that person's welfare. Hope this is helps.
2007-01-06 11:30:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means doing what you think is right for who you are and what you believe. Many people make decisions based on what others will think, and often wind up resenting it. Others will purposely do things the opposite of what certain people suggest out of a sense of rebellion - which still means that they are not thinking for themselves.
There may be times when doing what's best for you may upset others -- life is hard and it is complicated. You may not be able to get them to understand or agree with your decisions; just do all you can to be dignified and respectful, and confident that you have given the issue adequate thought prior to deciding.
You are the ONLY person who will be there for you every second of every day of your life. Others will come and go and they likely will not always have your best interests at heart. So it is best to stay true to your own values, so you can go to sleep at night with a clear conscience.
2007-01-06 08:37:43 · answer #3 · answered by HearKat 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Humans are essentially ego and spirit in a human shell we call body. The ego masks allow us to play the various roles in life. ie you talk differently to a boss than a janitor. You say things you do not mean when you try to avoid hurting someones feelings. Being true to yourself is stripping away the ego and being the true person you are as a spirit. This is what is meant by being true to yourself. Namaste.
2007-01-06 09:47:54 · answer #4 · answered by jetblack94 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily. Should always be considerate of other peoples' feelings. If it is something you and another person are disagreeing on, just be polite while maintaing your beliefs.
Alot of people tell others to 'just be yourself' meaning that you should not drink just b/c someone else is drinking, smoke just because someone else is smoking. You should be funny if you are a funny person, don't try to hide it. You know, be yourself, don't fake being something that your not.
2007-01-06 08:40:41 · answer #5 · answered by †♥mslamom♥† 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be true to your thoughts , ideals and way of life. Doing what
you feels and know to be the right way is not always popular. It
takes guts to be yourself.
2007-01-06 08:57:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
being yourself means dou\ing what you want to do without any hesitation that anyone or someone can say something about you in doing an act... it's doing what you think is right and needed and whatever the consequence of your action is, you've done it, atleast you've done it your way...
2007-01-06 09:02:21 · answer #7 · answered by unpretty 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means to try not to be influenced by other people and how they act, or what they wear, ect. And try to be the best person you are. Let your true colors shine~
2007-01-06 09:47:36 · answer #8 · answered by Reylia 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes "yourself" may be a person who doesnt act like him/herself. really there is no true definition of who you really are, since that changes the moment you try to find it.
2007-01-06 08:47:30 · answer #9 · answered by la carlotta 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It means being who u r and not caring wut others think expressing yourself standing up for what u feel and not letting anyone change u in other words act the way u r not the way others think u should act
2007-01-06 16:35:04 · answer #10 · answered by Lilone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋