“The most important thing in life is to be yourself. Unless you can be a unicorn. Then always be a unicorn.”
What this quote means
This humorous quote by Germaine Greer celebrates authenticity with a touch of the absurd. It first affirms the importance of being yourself, but adds a whimsical loophole: if you can be a unicorn, then do it. This suggests that authenticity is not limited to conformity but can include the extraordinary, the imaginary, the playful. It encourages embracing one's uniqueness, even if it seems unrealistic. In a society that pushes for normalization, it reminds us that it's okay to dream and stand out.
How to apply it daily
Identify a trait or talent you hide for fear of others' judgment. Find a way to express it today, even modestly.
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