Sometimes it seems that being original is impossible and that everything has already been done. But remember that no one is quite like you, so your inherent uniqueness is a good place to start. The desire for originality is a strictly modern phenomenon. Read the advice in the following article to know how to enhance yours, but keep in mind that this guide is just a guide, then you will have to make your own and adapt the suggestions to your life.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Part 1: Be Original
Step 1. Recognize your uniqueness
In a way, you are already original. Although there are other people like you, wearing similar clothes, reading similar books, having similar ideas, no one came into the world having exactly your point of view.
- Do something because you feel like it, not because you think it makes you different. Quite a large number of Generation Y people do things with the specific purpose of being original. There is nothing wrong with wanting to be unique and stand out, but the passion for the things you are interested in will be noticed far more than the constant struggle to appear different from everyone else.
- True originality is, in most cases, non-existent. Everything builds on what came first in style, music and writing. And there is nothing wrong with that. Search for things that interest you and put them in the repertoire of your essence. The end result will give rise entirely to who you are.
Step 2. Find activities that you are passionate about
Having a passion for what you love is much more important than being unique, and it will also help you demonstrate your interests, which, as a result, will make it clear that you are original.
- Above all, don't let them criticize your interests by trying to get you to drop them. Your hobbies make you unique and interesting. Not everyone will share them and that's fine! Find out about the interests of others and respect what they value, even if it is something you don't understand.
- Try listening to some of the local music as well as hearing only the big names on the radio. You may discover bands you never thought would interest you and a community of people to share your tastes with. The bands in your city are often less well known, so you can build a relationship with the same band members and their small following.
- This also applies to authors and other local artists. Your community probably boasts great, not very well known dancers, writers and sculptors. By looking for talent in your area to care about, you can support them, and your non-trivial and non-mainstream tastes will give you a touch of uniqueness.
- Don't hide your passions. If you like dolls, say it bluntly. If you like horses, comics, football or writing fan fiction, tell it, show your passion (of course, don't just talk about what you like. Listen to others too. You may discover new things to be interested in).
Step 3. Build your self-confidence
Confidence, of course, is one of the most attractive traits a person can exhibit, but, in particular, it helps when you do something out of the ordinary. People don't always react well to what they perceive to be different, therefore, by cultivating a certain confidence about who you are and what you do, you will help yourself to have no doubts regarding your self-esteem, and this will also be transmitted to those who you are. surrounds.
- This means not comparing yourself to others, both in terms of your suitability in relation to who they are and in terms of differences. What you do, what you are and what you accomplish are the things you grant to the world in a unique way. There will always be someone smarter, better dressed and more original. Just be yourself.
- If people make fun of you or your interests, do your best to ignore them. Words hurt, but often the reason they laugh at you is because you don't conform to what they think is "normal". If someone you care about is teasing you, explain how their behavior makes you feel and ask them to stop. In case you still don't understand and hurt yourself, maybe having her in your life isn't the best for you.
Method 2 of 3: Part 2: Accessing Originality
Step 1. Try new things
Look for different experiences to give it a try. The new possibilities will introduce you to new perspectives and ideas, which will change and shape your individuality. You won't always like them, but there are ways to find out what your passion is.
- Sign up for a dance or art class. Learn a new language. There are many free programs organized by your city council that will give you access to learning platforms.
- Take a tour of the various communities: look for flyers about musical performances, lectures and free lessons. This way, you can try something new without spending anything, or almost.
- Learn to do useful things, like knitting, sewing, or cooking. They will offer you opportunities to pass the time, to create useful handmade gifts and to have fun!
- If nothing else, new experiences surely guarantee you interesting or fun stories to tell, which will help make you even more unique.
Step 2. Bring original clothes that you like
Even designers, who must constantly create original and recognizable designs, use past fashions and ideas in their new garments. Try to figure out what you like to wear and make you feel comfortable, and wear it. Read fashion blogs and observe the people around you. They can give you ideas for styles that you might like to try.
- If you shop in unusual places, you will be more likely to find clothes that no one else has. Try second-hand clothing outlets, vintage clothing stores, flea markets, and bazaars where people in your area display their creations.
- If you like a person's look, ask them questions about it. But you don't have to copy it to incorporate some details into your personal style.
- You can also make or modify the clothes to make them more unique. Try to find old clothing of your own or cheap clothes to work with. Find patterns in DIY stores, online, antique stores, or even bookstores. You will need time to acquire dexterity.
- Inspired by history. Fashion has changed a lot over the centuries. Incorporate a Victorian style into a jacket or wear a 1950s-inspired shirt. Just remember that cultural appropriation is never a good choice of style; if a style reflects an important cultural aspect, avoid wearing it; for example, the Plains Indian headdress or a Hindu bindi are not appropriate fashion choices, because they are an integral part of the culture of their respective societies.
Step 3. Experiment with new styles
Change your look to find out what really suits you. Experiment with hair, makeup, and accessories.
- Dye your hair or cut it. Color them blue and go super short or bleach them. Try bangs or braids, but then really take care of your style. The beauty of hair is that it grows back, so you can do as many tests as you want without having permanent effects.
- Try different types of nail polish. Paint each nail a different color you like or choose a beautiful flaming red. Experiment with different designs by trying out nail art.
- Try different types of makeup or don't wear makeup at all. Experimenting with makeup will help you find out what makes you feel confident and happy and what isn't right for you. Sometimes, walking around with no makeup on can make you feel more comfortable.
- Change various accessories. Maybe you'd rather have a tiny handbag or carry everything in your pocket. Maybe you are one of those people who have everything for any emergency. You can try different things to figure out what works best for you.
Method 3 of 3: Part 3: Doing Original Things
Step 1. Observe the work of others and determine what you like
Between original works of art, fashion looks or opinions, don't discard anything. All these elements are structured framed by ideas, books, paintings and outfits of the people who came before those who wear them today. These individuals are simply looking at the world, or life, in a new way.
- If you are writing a book, read every day and try to understand what works and what doesn't. You can apply the knowledge you have acquired and the ideas you have been confronted with to create writing from a new point of view, yours.
- You have to start somewhere. Most artists begin by imitating the styles of the professionals they admire. With practice and exposure to different ideas and different artistic styles, you will develop your voice more and more.
- Salvador Dalí, a Spanish surrealist painter, was considered wildly original, yet many of his skills and ideas came from Renaissance predecessors. It was these bricks borrowed from the foundations of art combined with his imagination and unique perspective that made him original.
Step 2. Develop your style
Always practice. Style comes with time and also changes with the passage of time. Constantly evaluate your work and yourself. What can you do better? What do you do perfectly?
- Mary Shelley, author of "Frankenstein", more or less invented the genre of science fiction, but she built her imagination on the genres of gothic and romantic literature, using these narrative expressions in her formation of a different and innovative genre.
- Ask people you trust for a helping hand, especially if they are familiar with the artists you admire. They will be able to tell you where the glow of your originality is noticeable and where you have been inspired too heavily by the works you enjoy.
- Work based on your experience. This doesn't mean writing a story about a 16-year-old girl who goes to school and feels she doesn't fit into any social group (if that's who you are), it means that no one in this world has had a life experience like yours. Get inspired by this when you create and it will help you develop a truly different job.
Step 3. Think critically
Pay attention to what works and what doesn't work in both other people's jobs and yours. You will always have to learn, even when you are well versed in writing, painting and being yourself.
- Don't just accept the opinions of others without analyzing them and seeking various points of view. This also applies to your prospects. Being original means not thinking only in the way you are taught or imposed on you.
- Be respectful. Even if you disagree with someone or question their opinion or artistic style or some other type, be polite about it. Try to figure out where he comes from, even if you continue to disagree with him.
Advice
- Don't worry too much about being original at all costs; if you find things you like and put yourself into it, you will likely run into people who will think you are.
- Don't do things differently just to be different; you should like it.
Warnings
- Allow yourself to be who you are. If you know you don't like rock concerts or crowds make you anxious, don't go to these shows just to try something new. Find something calmer to give it a try.
- When you make a permanent alteration of yourself (for example you rely on plastic surgery or get a tattoo), make sure it is really something you crave.
