Going Against What Is Popular | by Madisyn Taylor Just because an idea or way of doing things is popular doesn't mean it's right for everyone. However, part of the way that something becomes popular is that many of us don't take the time to determine what's right for us; we simply do what most of the people we know are doing. In this way, our decisions about life are made by default, which means they aren't what we call conscious decisions. There may be many other options available, but we don't always take the time to explore them. This may be the result of feeling overwhelmed or pressured by family, peers, and humanity at large, to do things their way, the way things have always been done. Regardless of the cause, it is important that, as often as we can, we decide for ourselves what to do with our lives rather than just drift along on the current of popular opinion.. It is not always easy to make decisions that go against the grain. Many people feel threatened when those close to them make choices divergent from the ones they are making. Parents and grandparents may be confused and defensive when we choose to raise our children differently from the way they raised us. Friends may feel abandoned if we decide to change our habits or behavior. Meanwhile, on our side of the fence, it's easy to feel frustrated and defensive when we feel unsupported and misunderstood simply because we are thinking for ourselves. It can be exhausting to have to explain and re-explain our points of view and our reasons. This is where gentleness, openness, and tolerance come into play. It helps if we are calmly persistent, consistent, and clear as we communicate to those around us why we are making the choices we are making. At the same time, we have the right to say that we are tired of talking about it and simply need our choices to be respected. Our lives belong to us and so do our decisions. Those who truly love us will stand by us and support our choices, never mind what's popular. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Danielle Collins Have you heard about the anti-aging sensation that promises to take years off your face? With just minutes of effort per day, Face Yoga can help you look years younger by activating collagen production and naturally lifting and toning the 43 muscles in your face. With this course, you'll learn how to make facial lines and wrinkles disappear naturally using tested and mastered techniques from international Face Yoga expert, Danielle Collins. Get ready to tap your way to a more vibrant, glowing, and younger-looking you! Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Non-Surgical Facelift 2. Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain 3. Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility 4. Sacred Self-Care and Ayurvedic Nutrition 5. 21 Day Booty Core 6. 21 Tapping Meditations for Emotional Eating and Beyond 7. Live A Sweet Life Without Sugar 8. 21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU! 9. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 10. Overcoming Self-Sabotage
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