Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde

Inspirational quote of the day by Oscar Wilde.

The need to conform is prevalent in our society, especially among the younger generation. It stems from the deep need to be accepted by our peers and community. By conforming we gain a sense of belonging, and there is nothing wrong with that. We all conform up to a degree.

This quote encourages you however to also embrace your other great asset: your individuality.

By expressing your unique, individual qualities, you contribute something special to this world. Your ideas and actions can provide a perspective or approach that others have not considered before. It leads to innovation and progress where people feel free to express their creativity.

Also, by being yourself, you live an authentic life. You express who you genuinely are and live a life that is true to yourself. This can also lead to healthy relationships since you attract people who appreciate you for who you really are.

Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish poet and playwright who lived his life according to this famous quote, and is regarded as one of the greatest playwrights of the Victorian Era.

In his play "The Importance of Being Earnest" he ridiculed and exposed the hypocrisy of Victorian society. A central message of the play is that true happiness can only be attained by embracing authenticity and individuality.