I found i'm becoming more myself the more that I genuinely follow what actually brings me joy and appreciating those things as they are. Free of what other's may think and just because it fulfills me.
I think it's easier to be yourself when you are enjoying yourself. When people say "be yourself" when you are anxious about talking to new people, it's pretty hard to understand how to do that. Especially if you don't think you know who you are yet. But if someone says "enjoy yourself', everyone knows how to do that! And I think when you are enjoying yourself genuinely, no matter the situation, you are being yourself. Because, when you are comfortable with yourself you are relaxed and you aren't really worried about what others think. So I like to say to myself "enjoy yourself" instead because that's a lot easier to understand how to do. Naturally you will be yourself the more you genuinely enjoy yourself and the right people for you will be attracted to that.
I have space in my life for new things now and I relish the idea of new relationships. Feeling very enthusiastic about it all. The new action i'm taking that I haven't attempted before is getting out to socialize. LOL.
Dolphins hold symbols of teamwork and joy. They are social creatures that travel often with each other in "pods". They send the message to enjoy the moment and have good relationships. They are pretty widely known as a symbol of good luck.
Walking with a relaxed attitude and not having any sort of unhealthy expectations for myself and others. Trying new things, going to new places and talking to strangers all with the frame of mind to enjoy myself. Eventually that joy will spread to others and radiate off me, the right people will find me. And even if they don't right away, I will have still enjoyed my self and spread some as well. Spreading it can naturally make people do the same and relax. It's a win-win for everyone. I believe.
To anyone reading, I hope that you find great and healthy relationships this year and deepen the relationships with your current loved ones as well!