Sometimes you just need to put yourself first. Just like in an airplane, when the parent needs to put their air mask on first, before helping the child in emergencies. And then, there are those instances where you have to chose you and stick to your values. Especially when people in power abuse the power given to them. I realize not everyone is as fortunate to fight the good fight, so they keep quiet and stick to the status quo. That's why it's even more important for those, who have the luxury and have nothing to lose, to let their voices be heard. It doesn't even have to be guns blazing, but with tact, politics, art you could go a long way.
I realize this more and more everyday. People and situations will disappoint you and will (try to) put you down, or (try to) force you into situations you aren't comfortable with. But when it comes to your health and/or your values it's very important that you decide to chose you, because at the end of the day you need to be able to look at yourself in the mirror and be proud of the person looking back at you. And this is exactly why I chose this picture, where I'm wearing my cousin's spectacles, because it perfectly captures one of those moments where I didn't give a damn about what anyone else thought and was just being true to my goofy self who doesn't even need glasses 🙃.
You are accountable for you and if not you then who? Just like the song True to myself sung by Ziggy Marley states, is that you "Got to be true to myself", even if people will "Call me selfish if you will my life I alone can live,..."
Even I have recently made the decision to chose me, how hard or painful it may have been. It's hard to say goodbye and leave, but it's even more gratifying to know that I have left a situation that wasn't doing me any good, but tear away my (mental) health and that I stayed true to being me. I know I will be alright.
So believe in yourself, stick to your values and have faith that you will be alright. “If you prioritize yourself, you are going to save yourself.”
– Gabrielle Union
Amen girl!! I resonate with this soooo much, you have no idea :) This made me smile, too.
I have this tag line I use at the end of my videos, which is "To know thyself is to know thy truth". It just popped in my head one day & have used it since. I truly believe the Universe intended me to use it lol.
Being your authentic self as well as honoring your own energy & truth is so important. It took me a while to learn that since I used to want to make everyone happy all the time, but I was neglecting my own happiness....
So, I am now on a path of balance....I still try to help others & make them smile, but I make sure my energy tank is full first & that I have happiness as well. Besides, if we feel empty or even low, how can we serve others? :)
I could on & on, but I don't want to destroy your comment section - hahah. Thank you for this post, because it is so important for all of us to remember that. Be YOU unapologetically & I am glad you are! :)
And btw, I love the Ziggy Marley song. I saved it on my playlist now. ;)
Have an awesome day, my friend & keep up the inspiration!🧡🙌
Glad to know others are (you) are on the same journey as I am and that I'm not alone. Thank you for also sharing your stories with us.
Yes, I haven't completely given up on people, it's just that I'm more selective in who I let into my life.
The Ziggy Marley songs is indeed one I will listen to more frequently now and no worries about your "long" comments; we learn from each other 💪
Have a blessed week!💙
To tell you honestly, I want to say those errors you made in writing this blog. Some words were missing in a sentence, making you unable to say clearly what you mean. Some tenses were wrong giving you grammatical errors. But what I realized upon reading it all the way down, no matter how many errors were there, you're able to say and help your readers understand what were you referring to. Why do I say that? These comments are evidence.
I think this is a good trait for you. In the long run, you wouldn't have to ask yourself whether you're doing a great job or not. You have it in you, and I want to see how you will grow in communicating your stories to your readers. I learned something good from you today.
Thank you for the words of encouragement and also for the constructive feedback.
Am open to learning from my spelling or grammatical errors.
Have a good day! 😊
You really good at APART, you give the motivation and a song to reinforce it. 🙌
So true, you have to choose you and your wellbeing over conformity and crowd pleasing. Cause when all is said and done, it is you that have to live with yourself and the consequences of your actions. If we not carful in the life we might end up losing ourselves and not knowing who we really are.
Now come to think of it, the verse that popped up on my bible app this morning ( been on a spiritual vibe recently, trying to literally put God first ) is the same message...just a little harder to understand...oh the Bible.
Ohhh thank you for that verse; which verse is it? I should read more from The Word... And sounds so appropriate.
The motivation and the song are a little bit easier than the picture though 😅
But true, we only have one short life to live, so we need to make the best of it. Happiness and good health are priceless my mom always says
Stay goofy! It's all about positivity, and laughter is one of the fastest ways to get there. I look forward to meeting you and @rarej when it's convenient. Let's have some goofs together.
Yeah.... We're in the same country, so we should meet up yes.
And indeed just staying myself, is the best I could do for me 😊
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