While there are all kinds of people in this world, some of us are stuck feeling like we stick out a bit too much. That being said, sticking out isn’t always a bad thing.

If you are a bold person who really makes yourself known, you don’t have to feel bad about it. Sticking in with the status quo isn’t something everyone has to do. Being original and yourself is far more fulfilling than forcing yourself to be someone you’re not.

Below I am going to go over some of the signs that perhaps you are a stronger person than you think. The truer to yourself you are the better. Just because you’re different doesn’t mean you’re weird.

8 Signs You Are Someone With A Strong Personality:

1. You are very confident.

You know who you are and what you’re capable of. You know your worth and are not going to compromise it for anyone. While it might be a bit off here and there, you stick true to your own and hold yourself to a higher standard.

2. You don’t obsess over things other people have.

The things other people have do not interest you. You know what you want in life and are chasing your own dreams. You do not allow others to define you and being in style is not your thing.

3. You don’t waste your time with small talk.

When it comes to small talk you are not having any part in it. You only want to talk if it holds meaning and gives something back. Meaningless conversations do not interest you.

4. You refuse to allow others to control you.

You don’t let the people around you control you. The people around you do not have any say in how you run your life. You are in control of all that you do and everything is as it should be.

5. You’re a great listener.

You are the person everyone comes to when they need advice. You give the best perspective on things and are able to listen without judging. You know all too well what it’s like to be judged and want no part in it.

6. You are not what anyone would consider being ‘traditional.’

You are not normal and you really do stick out but not in a bad way. While you’re not necessarily traditional, you’re amazing in your own ways. Everything that comes from you is quite positive in nature.

7. You do not try to please other people.

Pleasing other people is not something you’re interested in. Sure, you like when the people around you are happy but you don’t sugar coat things. Once again, you are true to yourself.

8. You do not make excuses for other people.

When you’re a strong and original person you don’t make excuses for the people in your life. They make their own mistakes and you do not take them on as yours. Everything is as it should be.