
I have always enjoyed meeting new people. The chance to interact with those who have a different personality from me, as well as those who share different experiences or hobbies, can be quite exhilarating.
I am an extrovert by nature โ thatโs just me and itโs always been me.
We each have unique character traits that make up our personalities. These are what define us and, by extension, how the world views us.
So, our personality is essentially what gives us a voice. Just as no two people have the same thumbprint, no two share the same personality. And this is for good reason; imagine if we all acted exactly the same. We would essentially be robots and the world would be quite a monotonous place.
As university students, we have this opportunity to interact with so many different people. Itโs a truly rewarding environment, one which will allow us to develop. You will be molded by your experiences here; in many ways this is just inevitable. After all, thatโs why we are all here โโ to grow.
But remember, it can become easy to lose yourself in the chaos of a busy lifestyle. There will be times when you may feel you donโt fit in. โI wish I was different,โ or โif only I was like that person,โ, you may think.
Yes, wanting to improve your skills is critical because without a growth mindset, development is difficult. But, we learn by example, and sometimes we can all get carried away.
Getting involved gives us all the chance to open up to others and interact with those who may not share the same major as us.
Donโt spend your life obsessing over how much better you think someone elseโs life is. You are unique, so just donโt make unfair comparisons. Stay true to yourself and donโt forget your roots. We need to embrace our differences and the first step towards doing this is recognizing that we are, in fact, all inherently different.
You know yourself the best โโ donโt let anyone tell you who you are or who you are not. This means not giving anyone the chance to pressure you into doing something. Learn to say no. Learn to express your opinion even though you feel it may be unpopular. These are strengths.
Above all, donโt be worried about a little bit of uncertainty. Uncertainty is present in all our lives. Whether you are still struggling to figure out what you want to spend the rest of your life doing, or you are having a stressful week, just remember that we have all been there at some point. You will figure it out.
We are a product of our experiences. Therefore, the people you decide to interact with will have an enormous impact on your lifestyle and the way you present yourself to the world. Pick your friends wisely because you may pick up a lot of their habits along the way. When it comes to your friends, quality beats quantity.
Someone once told me that if they hadnโt gotten involved through their time here at Laurier they wouldnโt have had the chance to encounter so many different personalities. I think thatโs key.
Getting involved gives us all the chance to open up to others and interact with those who may not share the same major as us.
So, get involved, make solid friendships and enjoy the ride, because these are your best years and they only happen once.
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