When we allow ourselves to be compelled to act against our own wishes, goals, and ideals, we place our well-being in the hands of others who have far less vested interest in it. When we let the fear of standing out prevent us from defending our values, we step away from our ideals. When we let our jealous friends talk us out of our ambitions, we step away from our ideals. And when we let the desire to be liked by others cause us to be less liked by ourselves, we step away from our ideals.
