I Want Others to Accept Me For Who I Am

The longest uphill battle I have ever fought and continue to fight. I'm not going to be fake and if you don't like me then I suggest you move on to someone else because I really don't have time to cater to someone who can't accept others at they are. I don't fit social norms in many areas and have struggled to connect with most people because of it. I have no interest in celebrities, fame, fashion, being popular and so on. I am accepting and non-judgmental but have come to find the world is not like this. So I continue to fight and find the few that are accepting to create lasting friendships, relationships, and find my place in life.

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AnimatronicLick · 46-50, M

Why do you need anyone to accept you?

Timelessdays · 36-40, M

@AnimatronicLick Feels nice to be accepted as you are and be yourself.

AnimatronicLick · 46-50, M

@Timelessdays Have you ever tried being yourself and not giving a fuck what others think?

Timelessdays · 36-40, M

I could do that but then I wouldn't be myself. Its not a bad thing to care what others think or feel. You have to find a balance in it and when you do it is an amazing and powerful thing. I work in the ER because I care. because I have compassion and want to help others in their time of need. I stop and help people on the side of the road, paid for food to feed those who go without, gave money when I had it to spare and I don't regret any of it. I understand what you are trying to say but in all honesty, I rather struggle to find those who accept me then close my heart and not care.