Becoming What You Must Be

Deep within you lies a creative force that refuses to be silenced. It’s the same force that drives musicians to make music, artists to paint, and poets to write. This force is not a hobby or a pastime; it’s an essential part of who you are. If you’re to be at peace with yourself, you must honor this force, nurture it, and let it guide you toward what you can be. Because what you can be, you must be.

In a world that constantly tries to box you in, to label you and define you by its own standards, it’s easy to lose sight of this truth. The pressures to conform, to follow the “safe” path, can be overwhelming. But deep down, you know that these external pressures cannot satisfy your inner drive. They cannot quell the restlessness that stirs within you when you ignore your true calling.

You are not meant to be passive, to merely exist and fulfill the expectations of others. You are here to create, to express, and to bring into existence something uniquely your own. Musicians must make music not because they want to, but because they need to. Artists must paint, and poets must write, because it is in the act of creation that they find meaning, fulfillment, and peace.

This is not just about producing art; it’s about becoming who you are meant to be. Each of us has a potential—a unique combination of talents, passions, and perspectives that, when fully expressed, bring us into alignment with our true selves. But this potential doesn’t manifest automatically. It requires conscious effort, a commitment to the process of creation, and the courage to pursue it even when the world seems to push you in a different direction.

To be at peace with yourself, you must embrace the creative force within you. This means making space for it in your life, prioritizing it, and protecting it from the distractions and demands that threaten to suffocate it. It means acknowledging that this force is not optional; it’s essential. It’s what makes you who you are. When you ignore it, you are not just avoiding your creativity—you are avoiding yourself.

But embracing your creative potential is not always easy. The path of creation is fraught with challenges, doubts, and fears. You may question your abilities, wonder if your work is good enough, or worry that it won’t be accepted by others. These fears are natural, but they are not reasons to stop. In fact, they are often signs that you are on the right path—that you are pushing the boundaries of your comfort zone and moving closer to your true potential.

Remember, what you can be, you must be. This is not a call to perfection, but a call to authenticity. It’s about being true to yourself, even when it’s difficult, and even when the outcome is uncertain. It’s about recognizing that the act of creation, in whatever form it takes, is a fundamental expression of your humanity.

When you honor this creative force, you align yourself with your highest potential. You find peace not because the world has accepted your work, but because you have accepted yourself. You find fulfillment not in the accolades of others, but in the knowledge that you are becoming who you are meant to be.

So, whatever your creative calling, pursue it with all your heart. Whether it’s music, art, writing, or any other form of expression, let it flow from you freely. Don’t hold back. Don’t let the world’s expectations dictate your path. You are here to create, to express, to bring something new into the world that only you can create.

In the end, this is what it means to be at peace with yourself. It’s not about fitting in or meeting external standards; it’s about becoming who you were always meant to be. And when you do, you will find that the restlessness within you fades, replaced by a deep, abiding sense of purpose and fulfillment. Because what you can be, you must be.

Thank you for reading.

– Lawrence