When you're outside the system, you no longer have to fight, seek others' approval, or compare yourself to them. You are finally free because no one from the system can hurt you if you don't play by their rules.
Being outside the system doesn't mean fighting against it; it means letting people be. You're not trying to change others; you let them do their thing, even if it's against their own nature. You don't fight anyone, and you don't seek anyone's approval to be who you want to be. You allow yourself to be yourself, and you allow others to be themselves.
Own Your Life: Escape The System’s Grip
When we find ourselves in a social group, it's natural to compare ourselves to others. This can be fueled by pride and a desire to feel worthy. Sometimes, this leads to a scarcity mindset, where we worry that if we don't outshine others, we won't fit in. Our need for perfection can cause us to hide behind a mask, creating a false self that feels safer than revealing our true selves. As a result, we often become guarded and wonder if we are good enough. This is why we might follow the crowd instead of embracing our individuality. To truly embrace yourself, it's important to be unique and break free from simply mirroring those around you.
In modern society, we crave certainty about our future. We always need the assurance of a regular monthly income to cover our bills, food, and clothing. Uncertainty triggers a fight-or-flight response, a survival instinct that compels us to avoid the unknown. We revert to familiar patterns, clinging to our "false identity," forcing ourselves to endure disliked 9-to-5 jobs for the perceived security they offer, believing there's no alternative.
Our anxieties stem from the inability to foresee the future clearly. We worry about basic needs—food, shelter, water—and the fundamental need for survival.
Imagine how it would feel living with daily uncertainty: not knowing what tomorrow will bring, where your next meal will come from, or where you'll sleep. Take no thought for tomorrow. Learning to trust ourselves and live in the present moment is crucial, rather than constantly worrying about the future.
Jesus said, "Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin." Even lilies don't actively prepare for the future, yet they thrive.
You believe you have no choice but to return to your routine, seeking a false sense of control. This control is, in essence, fear of the unknown. The illusion of control is the belief in absolute power over your reality. However, introspection reveals that you actually have zero control over many aspects of your life. This alleged control is merely an illusion. Can you accept this lack of control? Can you relinquish your worries and embrace the present moment?
This zero control is established when you always engage in your usual activities without expecting immediate results. Live authentically, focusing on your inner center. This approach will allow your actions to flow effortlessly. Avoid seeking external rewards; instead, focus on doing what is right, and your soul will cherish. This will maintain your integrity, regardless of circumstances.
You might believe you have no choice but to return to your regular life. You steal, cheat, and betray yourself, claiming life is unfair and you must fight. Why not change your attitude toward life and toward yourself? Trusting yourself means living naturally, without controlling your environment out of fear for the future and lack of resources.
If you choose this unfamiliar path, others may judge you for leaving the familiar and certain, attempting to impose limitations. However, you must persevere in the unknown. In fact, if you examine the truth, you are only judging yourself for leaving the conventional path; others merely reflect your own inner nature. Your self-judgment for leaving the regular life will likely lead to experiencing judgment from others.
You must break free from imposed judgment. Stop seeking acceptance from other people and institutions; be who you are meant to be—it's already within your nature. Let go of scarcity and the belief that you must comply with societal rules and others' opinions. These forces aim to suppress your aspirations. Be brave, bold, and true to yourself—it's your divine nature. Believe in yourself, because no one else will.
Never betray yourself by doing things you dislike, simply because others dictate how you should live, what you should do, eat, and think. They aim to suppress any unconventional inspiration or idea that deviates from their established norms. You betray yourself when you ignore your inner voice in favor of conventional wisdom and authority figures, stemming from a lack of self-belief.