In contrast to how a child belongs in the world, adult belonging is never as natural, innocent, or playful. Adult belonging has to be chosen, received and renewed. It is a lifetime’s work.
OR
To belong is less about being a part of something, than it is about being excluded from other things.
THUS
Our perceptions of belonging are different and are shaped with experiences over time.
Initially belonging is natural, innocent and even playful.
Over time the concept of belonging is more about choice. It is about reception and renewal.
OR
Our perceptions of belonging are different and can be shaped by our context and experience.
Belonging isn't really about being a part of something.
The concept of belonging is more about being left out of other things.
EVEN
Our perception/s of belonging change over time.
OR
Our perception/s of belonging depend on our own context/s.
