Authenticity Quote

The opposite of belonging is fitting in. Fitting in is about assessing a group and changing who you are; belonging doesn’t require us to change who we are - Brene Brown
At its heart, this quote draws a stark line between two ways of being in a group: one is an exhausting performance, and the other is a state of genuine, effortless connection.

Wise advice on authenticity

We must stop trying to please others. If we want to please everyone, we end up pleasing no one - Paulo Coelho
At its core, this is about the futility of seeking universal validation. The relentless pursuit of external approval inevitably leads to the dilution of your own unique value and identity.