There's nothing wrong with a bit of rebellion.

From a young age, we are somewhat brainwashed into thinking and acting in a certain way. Society premeditates how we are going to live our lives, whether it be through gender, nationality, sexuality or status.

I have been wondering, why humanity insists on following such an obsolete set of so-called 'norms'?
We are given one of the most powerful things in life - freedom. Why do so many people choose to live up to society's demands, rather than break the mold? I have one topic in mind, although there are many others that I could have discussed alongside this initial insight. However, this is something that has been plaguing me a lot recently. The topic I have in mind, which I think is very prominent from a woman's point of view, is the idea that our overriding purpose is to marry and reproduce.

My initial thoughts are that there is nothing wrong with choosing your own destiny. I am a strong believer in living your own life, making your own mistakes and following your own path. My one pet peeve is the fact that we are given the right to choose, and we are given the freedom to make our own decisions, and so few people do what they want to do in life, as they fear what others may think or say about them. I'm forced to ask - why should we all live under a dark cloud? Why should we all live life in the same way? Surely, there is more to life than marriage and children.

In my personal opinion, marriage is solely for those wanting to start a family, as I believe that you do not need a piece of paper to prove you love someone. Love is the joining of two souls, not a bogus ceremony with a piece of paper saying you must be faithful and all that lark. If you love someone, you shouldn't have to make that promise, it should come without saying.

I know I'm still young, but I do think that I have my head screwed on. I do believe that we are, as previously mentioned "born in a land of opportunity", which leads me to point out, that I am not planning on following society's demands, and that there is nothing wrong with a bit of rebellion. I do not wish to get married, and at this stage, I do not wish to have children. I'd be quite happy with a healthy and loving relationship and being able to live life to the fullest, because after all, is that not what life is about? People that engage in no-strings-attached relationships have something right, by ridding of the commitment, they have time to explore their desires, and what they truly want in life. Every person should be able to make that decision for themselves, and not have guilt or judgement placed upon them by society.

If you were to ask me which path I was going to embark upon, I would have to tell you, I'm not quite sure. I am a hopeless romantic at heart, but I've had my heart trodden on enough to know, that there is no such thing as the 'perfect relationship'. So, I am waiting for the right time, and the right person to come along, so that the doubts fade away, and everything becomes clear. Until then, I am going to take a look at all of my options in life, and take control of my life, there's nothing wrong with a bit of rebellion now and then. Choosing to live your life by your own accord, is the greatest freedom you will ever have - believe me.