Having spent my life trying to fit the will of others, I was unable to distinguish between what I enjoyed and what I thought I should enjoy.
In his book "Children Playing Before a Statue of Hercules," author David Sedaris reflects on a life dedicated to meeting the expectations of others. This constant striving to please has left him confused about his own interests and enjoys. He reveals a profound struggle in distinguishing between genuine enjoyment and the activities he believed he should enjoy based on external pressures.
Sedaris's insight resonates with many who grapple with the influence...