In a world that often expects us to be something that we’re not, it can be difficult to find our true selves. We are constantly getting messages from the media and society telling us what is acceptable and what is not. In the end, most of us try fitting into a mold that simply does not fit.
Thankfully, more and more women are starting to break free from societal expectations and embrace who they truly are. They are learning to love themselves for who they are, quirks and all. And that is something truly amazing.
For me, I am a gypsy soul. Learning what a gypsy soul is made me realize I’m not crazy or weird but just being my authentic self – doing what comes naturally to me. Don’t make yourself nuts trying to fit into a societal norm. Figure out your own norm. What makes you feel alive, excited, and comfortable? After being conditioned by expectations for so many years, you might go through a trial-and-error period learning what feels authentic, but it’s a self-discovery that profoundly impacts how you live your life and how you experience joy in this world.
Here are the twelve things that feel authentic for me and my gypsy soul:
We are all unique and amazing in our own way, and there’s no need to apologize for being who we are. So go out and be your beautiful self, unapologetically. Let society try and put us in a box – we’ll always find a way to break out and fly free.
If you’re feeling down because you don’t fit into the “norm,” remember that you are not alone. There are billions of other women out there who are also fighting against societal expectations. And together, we can make a difference.
Check out my book, Discovering My Gypsy Soul, to learn more about me and my journey of self-discovery.
About The Author
Catina Borgmann is a free-spirited, adventurous woman who has discovered and subsequently embraced her authentic gypsy soul. She was born and raised in Nebraska and lived there until 2018, when she followed her dream to live in a tiny house community in North Carolina.
Catina is a catalyst for self-love, self-discovery, and living an authentic life. Along the way, she has made mistakes, learned lessons, fought battles, won victories, survived traumas, become an author, and started a blog. She’s managed to always find joy within her journeys.
Through her company, GypsyWander, she hopes to inspire and encourage free-spirited women around the world to live authentically and find joy in their own journeys. You can find her at www.GypsyWander.life, on Facebook, and on Pinterest.
