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Sometimes we forget that we don't actually have to do what everyone else is doing just because it's normal, or because it's been ingrained into our brains as a social norm since we were babies. To apologise for something, or to follow trends because social media said so, or hide your true self in fear of being judged.

Of course, there are things in life that are obvious you should do, like I don't know, just at the very least be a decent person to others. Be nice and compassionate. But a lot of people would be much happier if they were a tiny bit selfish every once in a while. It's good for you! Here's a list of things, we really don't have to do all the time. 

1. Force yourself to socialise when you're not feeling up to it
2. Feel guilty or think you're selfish for saying no
3. Explain yourself when you're feeling down and out
4. Feel bad for taking a rest and not doing anything
5. Bully or compare yourself to others especially on social media
6. Follow trends just because everyone else is doing it
7. Apologise when you aren't sorry
8. Not eat something in fear of being judged
9. Apologise for what you wear whether you're underdressed, overdressed, or even mismatched
10. Having a different opinion or thinking differently. be gentle with others instead of apologetic  
11. Apologise for being yourself
12. Apologise for changing your mind
13. Apologise for a delayed response. whatever reason you have for not responding straight away whether its because of your mental health, family, physical health any other reason they don't have to know
14. Apologise for forgetfulness
15. Apologise for letting go of something or someone
16. Be ashamed of something you love
17. Hide your talents in fear of being judged
18. Apologise for putting your mental and physical health first
19. Apologise for having boundaries
20. Explain why you're not drinking on a night out, and don't give in to peer pressure
21. Hate your job or uni… it's completely normal to, but make a change if you need to
22. Be disappointed by others or worry about disappointing people. Believe in yourself and meet your own expectations
23. Be dismissive of change
24. Be the best, just do what you can
25. Be reliable to others
26. Go to the gym or diet be healthy for you and find what works for you
27. Like everyone, but don't be unkind
28. Save things because of sentimental value
29. Hide your successes
30. Be mean in order to be funny or at all
31. Underestimate yourself
32. Hide your scars or be ashamed of your traumatic experiences or mental health, speak out
33. Take things, or yourself, so seriously
34. Compromise in order to please someone
35. You don't have to make the bed or clean every day
36. You don't have to get out of bed if you don't feel up to it
37. Have it all figured out, nobody does
38. Follow the path of others, make sure the path is your own
39. Hold onto guilt or resentment
40. Think that you’re alone.

Be kind and be you for you!