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Embracing The “Take It Or Leave It” Attitude

You can take it or leave it:this is me. Simple!

Unintentionally, we give high significance to other people wants instead of focusing on our own needs and desires. The issue evolved from having to alter who we are as individuals to the point of becoming unrecognizable. Unrecognizable in the sense of neglecting everything pivotal to us with the sole purpose of pursuing being likable. As a consequence, we begin exercising suppression by not embracing our uniqueness.

What differentiates us from the rest is our individualism, which is why it should be celebrated.

That mindset can be implied in dating. Dating is such a joke that many try to mold themselves to evade standing out from the pool of candidates. To the point of steering away from their true identity to form part of the pack. Why be part of the pack to bypass judgment and finger-pointing due to your unique nature? Therefore, one starts to camouflage their special features with the goal to be included and not be left out.

More often than not, the online version of ourselves is distorted compared to the one behind the screen. Both pictures and prompts are strategically structured for attractiveness, knowingly omitting the real us. Some might do it incautiously, while others might do it purposely. Take, for example, a male who is looking for fun but response with something totally different when asked what they are looking for. Or excluding your disability to be view as a suitable option among the many. It is easy to prevent scrutiny than having to face it.

Going the extra mile to avoid judgment can emerged from the negative press given to individualism, which stemmed from having to alter our distinct characteristics to become like the rest. Oh, it is so difficult to have a “this is me; take it or leave it” attitude, especially when it is frowned at.  

With maturity, one acknowledges the importance of individualism by implementing an “this is me” attitude. 

It’s not your job to make anyone accept you; like you shouldn’t hide who you are to be perceive as worthy

I started to disclose my disability on my dating profile because: 1) I was tired of wasting my time with close-minded men. And 2) as an experiment to see how much attraction my profile would get compared to when I didn’t label my disability.

Not getting many matches due to labeling the disability factor on the profile has been a learning experience. It’s comical to witness how close-minded the male species can be. First, they match with you, then unmatched after reading the bio. Amusing, I know! 

However, placing all the blame on them seems unfair, but not entirely. It is human nature to shy away from the unknown rather than asking questions to become familiar with it. We all have done it at least once, yet it doesn’t make it right.

The “take it or leave it” perspective is rooted in the ability to finally recognize that you need to accept yourself fully with flaws and all prior to seeking a partner. Accepting the good and the bad deep from within is the only way to be free from the chokehold that develops from craving to feel welcome or included. Making amends with who you are as an individual is the ultimate superpower.

Take it or leave it- Latina wearing blue jean short and a white crop button down to and cap and green converse
Take it or leave it- Latina wearing blue jean short and a white crop button down to and cap and green converse
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6 Comments

  1. September 14, 2022 / 11:06 pm

    Such a great and inspirational post! Acceptance is so important and heck yes, someone needs to take you as you are or leave it! Great post!

    • shesdioma
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      September 15, 2022 / 2:32 pm

      Thanks :)! I believe that self-acceptance and self-love are key elements in the execution of a take it or leave it attitude.

  2. September 15, 2022 / 4:24 am

    This post made me think. I am not sure if complete upfront truth is always the right way. People are much more accepting once they actually get to know you. I think we get more grounded with age. We know our values, know what we want in life and what not. Really liked the post.

    • shesdioma
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      September 15, 2022 / 2:42 pm

      I’m glad you enjoyed my post!!! It’s tricky to figure out if you should be upfront instantly or wait. The problem with waiting is not knowing how they will react to the truth after disclosing it.

  3. February 1, 2023 / 10:12 pm

    Yes this is so important! We tend to also fall short by looking at the best in people and seeing their potential. And once we get that glimpse of people begin who they are and not relating anymore its time to move on. It take two people to truly work on things, and sadly people dont want to do that work. Awesome post.

    • shesdioma
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      February 2, 2023 / 1:59 pm

      Thanks! Exactly, sadly many relationships fails because one person is giving everything to make the union work meanwhile the other person can care less.

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