"No me gusta definirme. Simplemente soy."

You know how people always want to label everything? Especially themselves. It's like, "I'm a doctor" or "I'm an athlete." But what if you just were, without needing to slap a label on it? That's the heart of this quote. It’s saying that you don't have to define yourself within the narrow confines of any one role or identity. You just exist—pure and simple.

This idea isn’t new. In fact, it’s a bit like the philosophy of existentialism that Jean-Paul Sartre and other thinkers talked about. They argued that existence precedes essence, meaning that you exist first and then create your essence through actions. Sartre would probably nod in agreement with this quote. But you don’t have to dive into heavy philosophy to get it. Think about how freeing it is to just be who you are without fitting into a category.

Imagine a painter who loves to garden and also writes poetry in her spare time. She's not just a "painter" or a "gardener" or a "poet." She’s all of these things and none of them at the same time. She simply exists and does what she loves without feeling the need to pin herself down to one specific title. That’s what this quote is getting at.

So, how can you apply this idea to your life? Well, start by ditching those labels—at least the ones that box you in. If you’re someone who’s always defined yourself by your job, try exploring other interests. Maybe you’re a banker who loves to bake, or a teacher who’s passionate about rock climbing. Don’t limit yourself to a single identity. Embrace all facets of who you are.

Here's a relatable story. Picture Sarah, a high school student who’s always been known as "the math whiz." Everyone expects her to become a mathematician or an engineer. But Sarah loves playing the guitar and writes her own music. She feels stuck because she’s afraid of disappointing others if she pursues music. One day, she decides to perform at an open mic night. She realizes she doesn’t have to be just one thing. She can ace her math exams and still rock out on stage. Sarah starts living her life without the constraints of a single label, and she’s happier for it.

Next time you find yourself trying to sum up who you are in one word, pause. Think about all the different things that make you, you. Maybe you’re a parent, a coder, an amateur chef, and a weekend hiker. You don't have to pick just one. Like the quote says, you just are.

So, next time someone asks you to define yourself, tell them you’re a little bit of everything. Or, simply say you just are. You’re not confined by definitions, and that’s perfectly okay. It’s about living authentically, embracing all parts of yourself, and not feeling the need to fit into a neat little box. Because, really, who wants to be boxed in?