Have you ever thought about what life would be like if there was no one else to compare yourself too? How freeing would that feel? As I start my 42nd year of life, I realize that at times I play by my own rules and do what I want regardless of what others think. And at other times, I get stuck in my head trying to please others or live up to the societal norm. As I contemplate how to live my life unfettered from societal norms, I thought I would share my thoughts, feelings and research in case any one else is also feeling like they want to explore living their life to the utmost.

As an example of bucking traditional norms, I am sitting with my pup at a remote location in Utah overlooking the Colorado river and a beautiful landscape. It took 4-Wheel drive and a lot of swear words to get here, but I did it. Alone. I tend to take trips or make decisions that other people say are crazy, mainly because I do them alone. My philosophy is that if I have to wait to do things in life with another person, my life would be pretty boring and unfulfilling.

I’m not sure if anyone else will find and read what I have to say. However, I hope it finds those that need a little encouragement and proof that you can do whatever you want to do in life, regardless of what others say. Enjoy!