No More Mr. Nice Guy

I used to be such a sweet, sweet thing
‘Til they got a hold of me
I opened doors for little old ladies
I helped the blind to see
No more Mr. Nice Guy
No more Mr. Clean
No more Mr. Nice Guy -lyrics from the song “No More Mr. Nice Guy” by Alice CooperI

If you suddenly feel like, “Okay world. No Mr. Mr Nice Guy. I’m gonna get mean and tough and whatever…Because nice guys always finish last…”

Just stop.

First of all, you’re probably not as nice as you think.

Second of all, what you really feel is that you’re too timid or you lack confidence or you’re trying to please everyone.

Okay, change that.

Be bold.

Be confident.

Trust yourself.

Go first.

And stop trying to please people. Because when you try to please others, you end up pleasing no one.

But stay nice. The world needs nice. Now more than ever. (And remember, being truly nice is a sign of confidence and strength. It means you’re comfortable and secure in your own skin that you can help others without caring if it benefits you.)