Live and Let Live

Everyone has their "thing" that they are passionate about. Hobbies,  a certain genre of music, books, movies, sports, etc. They shout their love from the rooftops. Everyone knows about their passion. And that's great! I think we all should celebrate the things we love, the things that bring us joy. Even better if we have people we can share them with.

But what bothers me is the people who criticize those who do not share their passion. They can't understand how anyone could not like what they like. It's narrow-minded and wrong and toxic.

I can appreciate all things in life. I may not love everything or even like it--just not my preference--but I can appreciate it. I don't like super hero movies, for example. I'm just not into them. But I appreciate them and love to see others enthusiasm for them. I also don't particularly enjoy most country music. It's just not my thing. But I can appreciate it's artistry and the talent that goes into creating it. I don't go around telling it's fans that they need to give my preferred genre of music a chance. I don't go around telling them my passion is better than theirs.

Passions

I think having passions in your life are extremely important. If we can't get giddy and crazy excited about something...than what's the point?? We all have our jobs and significant others and maybe we're blessed with amazing offspring too. And those things can be fulfilling and you can be passionate about them, but the question is: Is that enough??? This girl needs more out of life. I need something that's all me.

In my experience, everyone has some kind of passion, whether it be a collection, a hobby, a favoite band they must follow all around. Everyone is different and I think that's cool. What is not cool though is being criticized for your passion. If you're not hurting anyone, then what's the big deal??? If your passion is not what other people deem a proper passion, you're ridiculed.

Luckily for me, I'm far past caring what others think about my passions!