I have learnt to accept that not everybody will like me. I will stay true to myself and some people may not like that, but it’s about being who I truly am and not living for other people’s expectations
instagram.comI have learnt to accept that not everybody will like me. I will stay true to myself and some people may not like that, but it’s about being who I truly am and not living for other people’s expectations
I agreed to do something for someone for the wrong reasons. I wasn’t being generous or kind. I said yes to be likable and to avoid being seen as “difficult.” Moving forward, I give myself permission to ask for what I need—to take care of myself. I can never be sure about the intentions of others, but I believe that assuming the best about other peo
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You're not being selfish when you know that someone isn't good for you and you therefore decide to opt out of them. That's healthy.
With that said, people don't like it when you grow into boundaries. They want the old you back; the one they could walk over or gaslight or worse.
But anyone who doesn't respect your boundaries can be archived from your... See more
With that said, people don't like it when you grow into boundaries. They want the old you back; the one they could walk over or gaslight or worse.
But anyone who doesn't respect your boundaries can be archived from your... See more