run your own race...

read this in the 'Monk who sold..'....yeah im reading it only now becos im not a self help book person at all...but there are so many interesting things about this book...talks about how to run your own race and not be bothered about what other people are saying as long as in your head it feels right.... and about enjoying the simple things in life...
i know its all easier said then done, but if theres anything that gives me a sense of peace...no matter how temporary, im willing to try....