Today you may find yourself questioning the motives that would regularly drive you to think and behave in ways that are pleasing to society as a whole. A free-spirited mood can put you in a nonconformist state of mind, leading you to seek out alternative ways of expressing yourself. Since you likely want nothing more than to live in a manner that is in accordance with your personal beliefs and values, you may become confused or angry when others question your choices. Yet you will likely quickly come to realize today that this criticism is in no way related to the goodness or rightness of your chosen lifestyle.

Living authentically is, in certain situations, easy, but it more often than not takes both diligence and dedication. When we are committed to living a life that is in accordance with our values, we accept that our paths will not always be as simple and straightforward as they first appear to be. Our sincerity grants us strength, providing us with the courage to cope with people and circumstances that can potentially distort our resolve. But the challenges we face will nonetheless occasionally have the power to cause us to seek refuge in the comforts of conformity. Our willingness to be ourselves even when our circumstances make doing so difficult will help us emerge on the other side with convictions that are stronger than ever. As you seek your own truths today, your commitment to diversity and individuality will help you stand strong against conformist influences.