Influence

Influence is dependent upon the aspirations of the individual. Accompanying foundations may include but are not limited to; one's ability to be impressed upon, lack of courage, or even an admiration of the possessions (material or otherwise) of the influencer.

What causes us to be influenced? Or more importantly, what is it within us that is the catalyst which encourages the future pursuit? What tells us, "yes, I need to do this, and for myself". Why are we all of the sudden convinced of our goals when were unable to convince ourselves previously? This is subject to an outside influence.

While we all may be exposed to external factors that persuade us in one direction or another, there appears to be those that live by their own rules, and those that live by the rules of their influencers, or even the unwritten and rarely challenged restrictions of society.

It is not easy to be yourself. Respect and encourage the uniqueness of each other.