Gerry Spence said . . .

We have become focused not on how to identify our own uniqueness, but on how to mimic the mark and style of others. We have been told that if we can look like others, act like others . . . perhaps we can be successful.

. . . But we do not admit that the value of a diamond is derived from the fact that each gem is distinguishable from all others. Why then do we strive to rid ourselves of our uniqueness? Why do we imitate [the] way of thinking [of the high profile people in our world] adopt[ing] their belief systems, speak[ing] like them, [dressing like them] . . .

. . . I am repulsed at the thought of our need to conform--to give up that which distinguishes us from all others so we may become mere impersonations!