We live in a world that loves labels. Society takes one snippet of who you are—a single color from your entire palette—and tries to paint the whole canvas with it.

“Why is a Christian/pastor-type drinking alcohol?”“You’re too loud to want to be alone.”“If you love working hard, why are you resting now?”

Let’s clear something up right off the bat: First off, I am not even an ordained pastor. Secondly, show me where my faith strictly forbids me from enjoying a drink.

People love to police others based on narrow expectations, but the truth is, humans are complex, multi-dimensional masterpieces. Because you’ve seen one shade of me, it doesn’t mean I run out of colors.

The Beauty of Balance

If you thought you knew me, think again. I contain multitudes, and so do you. Let’s talk about the spectrum of being human:

• The Spiritual vs. The Vibe: Yes, I love God deeply. I pray, and I read my Bible—sometimes even in the most awkward, unexpected situations. But that devotion doesn’t strip away my cool vibe, my crave for a good drink, or my absolute flair for dancing. I can worship with my whole heart and still enjoy a vibrant, fun Saturday night.
• The Extrovert vs. The Hermit: I can literally talk to anyone and be the absolute life of the party. But I am also the person who will happily vanish to lock myself in a dark room all by myself to recharge. Neither version is fake; both are fully me.
• The Foodie vs. The Faster: I love good food, but I am no glutton. I know how to fast and seek discipline. Some days I lose my appetite entirely, and on other days, I just want to eat and do nothing. Balance isn’t a straight line.
• The Go-Getter vs. The Rester: I am deeply hardworking—some might even call me a workaholic. But I also have days where I detest work and want nothing to do with it. That doesn’t make me lazy; it makes me human.
• The Cook vs. The Diner: I have moments where I love cooking up a storm, and other moments where ordering out and resting is the only option on the agenda.
• The Fitness Enthusiast vs. The Couch: I love to work out, but sometimes? I am completely over it, and that is okay too.

We Are Not a Monolith

These aren’t just random “mood swings”—this is life. We are constantly navigating a search for balance amidst everything the world throws at us.

We have free will. Opportunities, experiences, and seasons shape our moments. Just because you caught me in one season or saw one particular side of my personality doesn’t give you the blueprint to my entire existence.

Human beings are wonderfully versatile. So the next time you feel tempted to put someone (or me) into a neat little box, remember: we are whole galaxies wrapped in skin.

If you thought you knew me… think again.