Unyielding Worth

Known for my kindness, compassion, and willingness to give people second chances. Throughout my life, I have encountered many individuals who have done good things for me once upon a time, and I don’t forget those moments of generosity and friendship.

However, I discovered that some of these people didn’t reciprocate my kindness when their mood was sour. They would say hurtful things and question my integrity, even though I had always been reliable and credible in my actions. The weight of those few hurtful words felt like a heavy burden on my shoulders, and it made me feel choked and disheartened.

As time went on, I found myself wrestling with my own thoughts. Should I continue to give these people chances despite their hurtful behaviour? Was it foolish to hold on to the good memories when the present reality was so different?  I longed to shout at the top of my voice, expressing my frustration and hurt, but I held myself back, trying to maintain my composure.

Amidst the turmoil in my heart, I realized that there were indeed misunderstandings that arose from time to time, and I was willing to address and resolve them as they occurred. But when people deliberately misinterpreted my actions, searching for loopholes, I knew I had to draw a line.  I decided to give them one last benefit-of-the-doubt chance, hoping that they would understand the value of my trust and respect.

And I kept giving them chance after chance, believing that they weren’t intentionally being hurtful. But enough was enough.

 I had reached a turning point in my life.  I realized that I couldn’t allow myself to be treated disrespectfully any longer.  I refused to play the role of the victim, the one who was taken for granted. “Nuh-uh,” I said to myself, ” I don’t play that anymore.”

From that moment on, I decided to set firm boundaries and uphold my self-respect. If someone cannot treat me with the respect I deserve and don’t value my rules and expectations, I wouldn’t allow them into my life.  I understood that I deserve to be treated with kindness, empathy, and consideration. I no longer worried about being perceived as “bitchy” for standing up for myself. Instead, I saw it as an act of self-love and self-preservation.

And so, I embarked on a new chapter of my life, where I was unafraid to assert my worth.  I know that if someone wants to be a part of my life, they need to treat me with respect and understanding. No longer would I allow myself to be a mere option; I am determined to be a priority to those who value and appreciate me.

I learned that, once is a mistake, twice is an error but thrice is nowhere to count.With my head held high and my heart full of self-assurance, I move forward, knowing that I deserve nothing less than the respect and love I so readily offer to others. I made a promise to myself: to cherish the good memories, but never forget my worth. Time to move on and rock the world.