Choosing Yourself First

Sometimes, choosing yourself looks uncomfortable.

It looks like saying no without overexplaining. Resting without feeling guilty. Taking a step back from people and things that constantly drain you.

And maybe the hardest part is that guilt will try to follow you when you finally start putting yourself first. Because you are so used to being the one who adjusts, sacrifices, and carries everyone else.

But constantly abandoning yourself to keep others comfortable will only leave you exhausted.

You deserve the same care, softness, and consideration you so freely give to other people.

Choosing yourself is not selfish. Sometimes, it is necessary.