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If You Don’t Fit Into the Crowd, It Means Your Place Is on the Stage Last week, I was sitting with a very close mentor—like an old, wise friend—and she shared something that stayed with me. She explained how she usually spots the people who are meant for the stage. And no, I’m not talking about the stage of art, my friends. I’m talking about the stage of the world—the place where you’re meant to be in the spotlight, making your mark. Have you ever felt like you didn’t quite belong? Like you were the square peg in a world full of round holes? Maybe in school, at work, or even in social circles, you’ve sensed that the patterns others follow just don’t resonate with you. The truth is, feeling out of place isn’t a flaw—it’s a signal. It’s a sign that your path isn’t meant to blend into the background. Your path is meant to stand out. Your place is on the stage. Humans are wired to seek connection and belonging. Being different can feel uncomfortable because it challenges the familiar. Whe...