Don’t Ever Stop Being You: A Gentle Reminder to Stay True to Yourself
- Eva
- Jun 18
- 3 min read
Don’t Ever Stop Being You: A Gentle Reminder to Stay True to Yourself
Hello lovely soul,
This week, I felt like writing something a little lighter. No deep dives into science or brain wiring today - just a heartfelt note, like a letter from a friend. Something easy to digest. Something you can carry in your pocket.
It came to me on Monday, as I sat on my rooftop in 29 degrees heat, the kind that makes you melt faster than your thoughts. I was munching an ice cream I’d originally bought for my daughter (oops - sorry, love!), and in that moment of quiet stillness, a single sentence rose to the surface:
“Don’t you ever stop being your beautiful self.”
Stick it on the fridge. Scribble it in your journal. Whisper it to your reflection if you need to. Because in a world that’s often too loud and too quick to judge, this little reminder matters.
It’s Not Always Easy, I Know…
It’s not always easy to stay rooted in who you are - especially on social media, where people sometimes feel a little too free with their opinions. I’ve received comments like:
“You’re too old to run.”
“Too thin to be healthy.”
“Too positive to be real.”
And while I’m sure it felt good for them to say, you know what I do? I quietly thank them. Because for me, it’s a sign I’m doing something right. Their opinions are just little sparks that remind me how strong I’ve become - by being me.
It’s a Journey, Not a Destination
Learning to be yourself is a continual journey - a practice, not a performance. And it takes courage.
Sometimes it means letting go of the version of you that others expected you to be. Sometimes it means asking, what actually feels right to me? It’s not always comfortable… but the reward? Freedom. Peace. And a deeper connection to your own heart.
When I stay true to myself, I align my choices with my values. I show up with honesty. I let myself be seen - even in the messy bits. And that, I believe, is where real connection lives.
Being You Changes Everything
When you know your values, you understand what really matters. You become more aware of your needs. You learn to say no with love, and yes with intention. You accept the parts of you that are still growing. You start living from the inside out - not chasing, not comparing, just being.
And that kind of authenticity? It doesn’t just boost your confidence - it shapes your entire life. From your well-being, to your relationships, to how deeply you enjoy your own company.
So here it is again — in case you need to hear it today:
Don’t you ever stop being your beautiful self.
Even if it takes time. Even if others don’t understand.
You are not here to be everyone’s cup of tea - you’re here to be your own warm brew, just the way you like it.
Next week, I’ll share a follow-up piece - my own little ways of staying rooted in who I am. Things that help me stay me — even on the harder days. Maybe they’ll help you too.
With love from the rooftop,
still smiling, still munching ice cream that wasn’t meant for me
~Eva
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