Sweet soul, the cutting criticisms you've endured throughout your life- they are not you.
They are often a reflection of the inner state of the person who spoke them.
They were in pain and they wanted you to see their pain.
They wanted to be acknowledged, and they lassoed you to join them in their pain.
You don't have to stay there.
You don't have to stay there.
You don't have to stay there.
Remember the good that you are.
You don't have to spend your life proving them wrong.
Perhaps those criticisms told you were too bright, too much,
and that you needed to dim down for those around you.
No.
Shine.
Shine bright,
because the world needs your light.
Allow those who are searching for light to come to you.
You don't have to fix them.
They are not your responsibility.
You simply have to be you.
Do what you do.
Be who you are.
Speak truth and kindness.
May light-seekers be inspired your light to find their own.
You are whole and complete.
You are good enough.
You are exactly where you need to be.