How To Stay Low Key

I've always been a low-key type of person. Even when I was a kid, I wouldn't say I like it when people stare at me whenever the teacher calls for my attention. But I couldn't avoid that because, of course, I was the type of student who wants to do good in school. And if you want to do good in school, you sometimes need to stand out for the teacher to recognize you. Looking back now, I think I did a great job as a student during my elementary years.

In high school, things became totally different. I was in a new school, and it definitely is another world. I still wanted to do good in my studies, but it was a bit more challenging this time because more people are even way better than me. When I realized I couldn't keep up with this popular and outstanding crowd, that's when I went back to my usual low-key lifestyle. I didn't pressure myself to compete with them because that's not in my nature. I still study and do well with exams, but I'm not any more at the top students. But it was alright, as long as I don't have the line of 7 hahaha!

So, how was I able to keep up with my low-key lifestyle until today? Here are some tips, well, according to my experience.

1. Resist The Urge To Show Off

Maybe a friend of yours is talking about how great he is at playing an instrument. Even if you think you're better than that person, resist the urge to try to top his moment. Some of you might say, "I can do better than that because I can also play that instrument in a more complex way." While there's nothing really wrong with showing off, but sometimes, it could also mean you're taking away that proud moment of that person. So instead of showing off, just be happy for them. If you want to show off the things you're proud of, do it without interrupting anyone's moment. Got it?

2. Don't Take Anything Too Seriously

If you give a big deal out of everything, chances are, you're going to rant or post about it on social media, which is definitely not low-key. So, chill out. Life's not supposed to be taken too seriously. If people hate you, let them. If they talk bad about you, let them. Don't let yourself be an expense for their mocks and joys. After all, when we die, none of it would matter. Calm down, fix yourself in the shadows, and do you for you. Trust me, it feels incredible.

3. Just Observe

The best thing about my low-key lifestyle is that I get to observe more and talk less. When you observe, you can hear more. And when you listen more, you'll know more. Which do you think is better, talking more or knowing more? I'd prefer to know more because talking is useless when you don't even know what you're talking about. So, be the most observant wallflower you can be.

Wrap Up!

I guess that's all of my tips. So far, it has become normal life for me now. The other steps will be up to you on how'd you want to do it. If you're wondering how I did it, well, read my past articles HAHAHHA because I'm always on it! Ciao!