Roxanne

please don’t spend your life convincing yourself that love or joy is reserved for the idealized version of you that only exists in the future

Living the life you want attracts more of it

respect your decision to grow. never go back to people, habits, and situations that made you miserable.

you won't find happiness where you lost it

It is okay to disappoint people. In fact, it’s often necessary. When you choose to stay true to your values and beliefs you will inevitably let others down at times, but that’s not a reflection of your worth. It’s a sign of self respect. You are not responsible for managing everyone else’s expectations at the cost of your own well being. People who genuinely care about you will understand and those who don’t were only invested in what you could offer them, not in who you truly are. Disappointment is temporary, but betraying yourself to please others creates long term resentment. Honor your path, even if it means not meeting everyone’s expectations.

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