You don’t have to be perfect, but you do have to be yourself. If you can’t do that, then what can you do?
If you really believe in something then have the courage and conviction to put it into practice regardless of what others may say or think. Of course you are going to be challenged by some people who are jealous or simply ignorant. But by definition, are these the people you want controlling your life? Buddhist believe that eliminating ignorance by truly knowing yourself and the world around you is a path to real happiness.
Don’t whine about what you can’t do. Focus on what you can do, you might surprise yourself.
If you want to fly and can’t be a jet fighter pilot, then fly whatever type aircraft you can get your hands on. If you can't do that, then fly a kite but be the best kite flyer around.
