Personal Reflection
We are taught to be selfless, but what the hell does that even mean? Especially when you watch everyone around be out for themselves. There’s a fine line between generosity and self-erasure. I’ve crossed it more times than I care to admit, thinking the burn was proof of my worth. But here’s the truth—if you spend all your heat on others, there’s nothing left to guide your own way. It took years to learn that keeping my own flame alive isn’t selfish—it’s survival. Because the truth is, no one’s going to thank you for burning to ash in their name. I doubt they even remember your name.
Reflective Prompt
When was the last time you gave more than you could afford—emotionally, mentally, or physically? What would it look like to protect your own flame without guilt?
Memoirs of Madness 
Perseverance helps me succeed, thank you 🙂
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thank you ..me too
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I did every bit of that in my first marriage. What it looked like to protect my flame without guilt was divorce. I am currently in a marriage of 11 years and tremendously happy.
Sometimes we choose wrong. That can be for a myriad of reasons. When you grow from that mistake. I mean truly grow, by admitting, accepting, understanding your role in any situation you find yourself in, and course correct the behavior and/or thought processes that got you there, you will be golden. It may not look like being in another relationship either. It may just look like you being with yourself and loving yourself.
Sorry for the tangent.🫶🏾🙂
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thank you
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