I Am Different [Being Different]

I will begin by stating that this is not a self proclamation but rather a statement I have heard time and time again by people around me. "You're so different from other people I know," or "Never met someone like you before" tend to slide past the lips of most people I encounter. It used to phase me a little but now I just take it as a compliment even if they state it with malicious intent. Yeah I am different, good or bad, but at least I am true to myself 😁

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plasticfantastic · 56-60, M

There could be many reasons for their reactions. From your wording, it comes across that you are very well educated, this brings up all sorts of insecurities in people who feel they are not in your "class". Also, I guess your cultural upbringing might be different from theirs, that we all have different values and interests is not something "I" orientated people often take into consideration. Hey, I wear plastic pants so I know I'm different, don't try to change who you are to please others!!