You know the type of people who don’t constantly post their wins or seek validation? The ones who walk into a room and don’t demand attention—but somehow, you still feel their presence? That’s a different kind of power. And in a world where so many are loud just to feel seen, there’s something magnetic about people who are grounded in who they are.
They’re not trying to impress anyone, because they don’t need to. They know their value isn’t based on follower counts, job titles, or aesthetic feeds. Their confidence is quiet—but not because they’re unsure. It’s because they’ve done the work to know themselves.
I remember during college, there was this guy in our group project—let’s call him Wally. He wasn’t the loudest, didn’t lead every meeting, didn’t try to outshine anyone. But he was the most consistent. When we had a deadline, he already had things prepared. When someone was struggling, he helped without making them feel small. During our final presentation, the professor praised our work, and Wally just smiled and gave credit to the group. No flex. No ego. Just good work and good energy.
Years later, I ran into Wally—he was doing really well in his career. But the thing that stood out? He was still the same. Still humble, still kind, still lifting others up. And it hit me: the people who are solid within themselves don’t change based on who’s watching.
Another time, I met someone through a networking event—let’s call her Miss Slender. She had the resume that would make most people feel intimidated. Big-name companies. Impressive roles. But instead of making others feel small, she spent the entire night asking people about their passions, sharing advice when asked, and reminding everyone that they didn’t need a fancy title to be worthy. She listened more than she spoke, and when she spoke, it was to empower, not perform.
That kind of self-assurance? It’s rare.
In the age of “look at me,” quiet confidence almost feels rebellious. But it’s also incredibly refreshing. These are the people who will clap for your wins even if they’re still waiting on theirs. They don’t see success as a race—they see it as something we all define for ourselves.
They’re not constantly comparing or competing. They’re too focused on becoming better than who they were yesterday. They know that true confidence isn’t about being the loudest in the room—it’s about knowing you’re enough, even in silence.
So here’s to those who stay kind when no one’s looking. Who lift others up without needing credit. Who don’t need to be center stage to feel valuable.
That energy? That’s what we need more of—in friendships, in workplaces, in life. Because the world doesn’t need more noise. It needs more real.
And maybe, just maybe, being at peace with yourself is the loudest flex of all.
~Othello
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