Question from a reader:
Sometimes I get told that I resemble President Kuwata from Reiwa no Tora. Is this something I should be happy about?
The Meaning of Being Compared
Recently, a friend told me, “You look like President Kuwata.” At first, I was a bit surprised. President Kuwata, that’s the person from Reiwa no Tora, right? With that distinctive hairstyle
and somewhat dignified expression. While I certainly don’t possess the same charisma, I started to wonder what it meant to be told that I resemble him.
Is It a Good or Bad Thing?
To be honest, I don’t think it’s something to be overly pleased about. Sure, being told you resemble someone can serve as a conversation starter, but it often isn’t a compliment. Especially when compared to someone with a strong personality like President Kuwata, it doesn’t feel like a compliment at all. Instead, it seems to just highlight that I have some sort of characteristic. As I pondered this, I recalled a time when a college friend told me, “You resemble that comedian from back then.” He was the type who was bright and could make those around him laugh, so I was happy to be compared to him. However, being told I look like President Kuwata gives off a vibe of “You’re trying hard, but you still have a long way to go.”
Valuing Your Own Individuality
So, just because someone says you resemble someone else, there’s no need to overly rejoice. Rather, I believe it’s important to find and cherish your own individuality. Of course, it’s possible to take a positive view of resembling someone like President Kuwata. By emulating his success and character, I might be able to grow as well. Speaking of which, when I was working part-time at a judicial scrivener’s office, a senior once told me, “You should have a bit more confidence.” The idea was that having self-confidence influences how others perceive you. Indeed, I believe that people who are confident exude a certain charm.
Share Your Experiences
Now, have you ever been told you resemble someone? Were you happy about it, or did it leave you with mixed feelings? I’d love for you to share any anecdotes in the comments. Let’s share our experiences and use this opportunity to grow together.
