Reflective Essay: Blue Identity Color

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My highest score out of the three colors fell in the blue identity color category. The attributes that fell within this category are “ Are in search of themselves, Need to feel unique, Must be true to themselves, Look for symbolism, Value close relationships, Encourage expression, Desire quality time with loved ones, Need opportunities to be creative, Compromise and cooperate, Nurture people, plants and animals, Look beyond the surface, Share emotions, Make decisions based on feelings, Need harmony, Are adaptable, Are drawn to literature, Are drawn to nurturing careers, Get involved in causes, Are committed to ideals, and Bring unity to society”. Although, I feel like all of these attributes represents me in some shape or form, however, the ones that strongly fit me are being in search of myself, valuing close relationships, and making decisions based on my feelings.
I always find myself in search of myself, if that makes sense. I am always seeking and finding out new things about who I am and why I act the way I act. For
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There has been penalty of times where I let me emotions get the best of me. I let what I feel in my heart control what I know I deserve. I’ve stayed in toxic relationships due to this. I am dealing with a situation like this now. I know that this girl is not treating me right or giving me the effort that I deserve yet I still stay because I care about her. I would rather argue with her about what she is doing wrong than leaving her alone. I tend to be so kind hearted and giving that people take advantage of me. My friends tell me all the time that I need to stop letting my feelings get the best of me and stop accepting less than I deserve. I always follow my heart and for the most part that has left me in so pretty bad situations. I am still growing and learning to follow my mind instead of my heart. Following your heart can be a blessing and a

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