Lyra Pearson, a mask that I've been wearing for quite some time now. But something happened yesterday, something that made me ask myself...
Am I afraid to reveal myself to the world?
I've often been misunderstood. I've been perceived as a childish and immature person, and I don't blame 'them' entirely, given the fact that all of us are, in fact, wearing a mask. We sometimes portray ourselves as somebody that might not completely be us. We all have our own little inhibitions and apprehensions, some of which might come across as absolutely trivial, but well, there's no telling the heart anything, is there?
So, when I started this blog in August, I hid under the cloak of anonymity to avoid facing the realization of my apprehensions. I have never been a shy person, always been the upfront and outspoken kind, an extrovert with a slight hint of introversion who has never been afraid of anything.
I have never craved for social approval for anything that I've ever done. I respect everyone for voicing their opinions, but I sincerely, truly believe that everyone is responsible for the consequences of the decisions that they make and I sincerely, truly respect all those who DO take responsibility for their actions.
So, well, I've been thinking. What's the worst that could happen if I go public? That people would judge me? That I might actually have to see my apprehensions come true? And then the little voice inside my head said to me, "They are NEVER going to stop judging. You can't control that. And the 'apprehensions' might not be as scary, after all. People who truly care for you will be there for you no matter what."
So, dear reader, I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking out the time to visit my blog. I sincerely hope that nothing changes after I unveil myself. So, here I am, shedding the cloak of anonymity...
I've loved the name 'Lyra Pearson' with all my heart and soul, but I love 'Smriti Sharma' even more.
There is nothing more beautiful in this world than being yourself, right?
Am I afraid to reveal myself to the world?
I've often been misunderstood. I've been perceived as a childish and immature person, and I don't blame 'them' entirely, given the fact that all of us are, in fact, wearing a mask. We sometimes portray ourselves as somebody that might not completely be us. We all have our own little inhibitions and apprehensions, some of which might come across as absolutely trivial, but well, there's no telling the heart anything, is there?
So, when I started this blog in August, I hid under the cloak of anonymity to avoid facing the realization of my apprehensions. I have never been a shy person, always been the upfront and outspoken kind, an extrovert with a slight hint of introversion who has never been afraid of anything.
I have never craved for social approval for anything that I've ever done. I respect everyone for voicing their opinions, but I sincerely, truly believe that everyone is responsible for the consequences of the decisions that they make and I sincerely, truly respect all those who DO take responsibility for their actions.
So, well, I've been thinking. What's the worst that could happen if I go public? That people would judge me? That I might actually have to see my apprehensions come true? And then the little voice inside my head said to me, "They are NEVER going to stop judging. You can't control that. And the 'apprehensions' might not be as scary, after all. People who truly care for you will be there for you no matter what."
So, dear reader, I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking out the time to visit my blog. I sincerely hope that nothing changes after I unveil myself. So, here I am, shedding the cloak of anonymity...
I've loved the name 'Lyra Pearson' with all my heart and soul, but I love 'Smriti Sharma' even more.
There is nothing more beautiful in this world than being yourself, right?
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