Outside of the Box

I won't be put into a box,

Labeled as this "type" or that...

Lived there too long. 

And life's too short. 

I finally see that most people have their minds made up about others -they see them through their own filter-

And it usually has all to do with THEM and not the other person. 

Being set free from labels, criticism, it's freeing for the soul.  The world will try to make you hard-hearted and bitter. 

I delight in this quote (source unknown-Pinterest). 

Live true to yourself, free from others' opinions.  Let your past mistakes be in the PAST -learn- and relish the fact that you are more than someone's stereotype or definition they've bestowed of you. 

Just as important, don't let yourself fall into the trap of judging others & labeling them. Give them a chance to be themselves and live their own path. Let them grow and make mistakes without criticism from you. Love them where they're at & not with any expectations to "measure up". 

I've learned this and truly living it. 

Finally enjoying much

Peace & Freedom. 

I hope you'll join me.