Illuminate the Beauty in others

Throughout my life, there have been many moments where I've felt like a star.

When things are going well and I'm at the top of my game, people around me seem to reflect that.

They gravitate toward me...

... they tell me how great I am doing in a way that is genuine and heartfelt.

But those moments don't last forever - as anyone who has experienced success knows all too well.

As much as we may want them to be permanent fixtures in our lives, it's inevitable that eventually...

...the sun will set on one of our stars and we'll find ourselves back to being just another person in the sky looking at other stars for guidance once again.

And that's where the beauty in others comes from.

When we're on our own star, it's so easy to get caught up in how important and vital we are...

... But when those moments come and go as they inevitably will, it is often this reminder of how other people can make us feel special through their kindness or appreciation for who we are that makes life worth living.

When I'm feeling down or lost, remembering the capacity for love around me strengthens my resolve to keep going until I find myself back amongst all these stars again.

That being said...

I can't imagine how sad it would be if one day there were no more stars left shining brightly enough to light up someone else's sky because they had forgotten to take care of themselves or shine on others, too.

It is my hope that one day, there will no longer be any dark spaces left at all because everyone has found their inner light again through kindness!

In this way the beauty in someone else is a reflection of our own humanity and we become more enlightened by seeing it reflected back at us.

So what do I want people to know about me?

... well, it is that loving myself has made all the difference for my happiness and those around me.

I'm not perfect.

But if you're looking for an imperfect person who wants nothing more than to see other people live their best life, then look no further because I've been waiting just as long as you have. :) ??

Love always wins! You can't stop it from spreading like wildfire once ignited.

So light some sparks today with your kindnesses towards yourself and others.

Your Friend,

Shazie ??????