In this episode, I talk about belonging and also fitting in, based on the definitions from Brene Brown. Fitting in is changing yourself to be who you think people want you to be and belonging is being who you are and feeling like people like you for who you are. Belonging makes you feel better but it also means you won't be for everyone and that's OK too (see Brene Brown and also Mean Girls for reference). Action item: Do a fitting in vs belonging life audit- how much of the time are you trying to fit in vs feeling like you belong. Is there anywhere you can or do feel belonging? Even if you never feel belonging in your life right now, you are not alone and also maybe is there a person who wouldn't laugh about something you love or would also turn out to love that thing too?!
