The concept of "normal" is a social construct from "summary" of The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté, MD
The notion of "normal" is a peculiar one. It implies that there is a standard or ideal state that everyone should adhere to. But who decides what is normal? And why do we feel the need to conform to this arbitrary definition?Our society plays a significant role in shaping our perception of normalcy. From a young age, we are taught to behave in certain ways, to fit into predetermined roles, to suppress our true selves in order to be accepted by others. This societal conditioning seeps into our minds, creating a sense of shame or inadequacy when we don't measure up to the so-called norm.
But what if I told you that there is no such thing as normal? That normal is just a social construct, a made-up concept that has no basis in reality? What if I told you that we are all unique individuals with our own quirks, flaws, and strengths?
By clinging to the idea of normalcy, we limit ourselves. We stifle our creativity, our authenticity, our true potential. We become slaves to a standard that is unattainable and unrealistic. We sacrifice our happiness and well-being in pursuit of a mirage.
It is time to break free from the shackles of normalcy. It is time to embrace our differences, to celebrate our diversity, to honor our individuality. It is time to redefine what it means to be human, to reject the narrow confines of societal expectations, to reclaim our autonomy and self-worth.
Let us not be bound by the chains of normalcy any longer. Let us step into the light of our own truth, unapologetically, boldly, authentically. Let us embrace the full spectrum of human experience, with all its messiness, complexity, and beauty. Let us shatter the myth of normal once and for all.
