Throughout my childhood, I felt insignificant compared to my siblings. They were skilled, capable, and hard workers who earned respect from others. I was tall and self-conscious, clumsy, and often lost in thought. It seemed like the world welcomed everyone else, but left me uneasy and uncertain about my place in it. As I matured, I discovered humor as a way to gain favor with others by defusing tense situations. I saw myself as a joke, a clown pretending at life. Despite these dark feelings, I also found a passion for music. A family friend left an acoustic guitar in our home, and through diligent practice, I developed my musical skills and received recognition for my talents. Instead of playing the fool, I played guitar and sang for appreciative audiences. This recognition certainly boosted my ego, but my self-image remained unchanged. I still believed I was insignificant, but I could fool others into believing I had value through hard work. Read the article, This Powerful Secret Will Help You Abandon Anxiety and Make More Money at FlareMark.com.
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