We Are Not as Important (or as Good) as We Think We Are — And That’s Okay!

It is a myth that we need to be important to be worthwhile.

While we are constantly encouraged to value ourselves and our uniqueness, we often fall prey to inflated notions of our own importance.

With its curated images of success, social media amplifies this self-perception, reinforcing the idea that we are unique, extraordinary, and deserving of universal admiration. But deep down, many of us grapple with the gnawing fear that we are not as great or exceptional as we project-or even as we want to believe.

In fact, this realisation-that we are neither as important nor as good as we think-can be liberating. What truly matters is not how special we are but whether we do our best with the talents and opportunities we have. That, ultimately, is enough.

From an early age, we are told to dream big, aim high, and believe in ourselves. There’s nothing inherently wrong with this message. Ambition can propel us forward, and self-belief is often a prerequisite for achievement.

However, when the narrative becomes too one-sided, it skews our understanding of Success and value. We start equating our worth with accolades, fame, or the approval of others, believing that we must leave a grand legacy or change the world to matter.