Shine anyway

You are responsible for you and you only. I know that sounds a bit selfish because we are supposed to be "there" for those we love. But, the truth is, you should love yourself more than you love another being....yes, even your children.

Everyone who comes into your life is borrowed, but you have always been. You must make yourself the priority in order to always be there for you. That is not selfish. That is smart. 

So, when you are being made to feel that you should shine less, don't do that! Shine more. Shine brighter. Keep your essence no matter what is going on. At the end of it all, it will just be you with you, so make sure you have a great relationship that you will have zero regrets about. <3