A Very Merry Mistake

by Lyra Parish

I want to be successful and respected for what I’ve accomplished. Not for who I am.

I’ve learned that in life, you get what you give. So I’d rather put more good in the world than not.

Once you stop trying to prove yourself to other people and put yourself first, you’ll be a lot happier in life. I learned that the hard way.”

“You aren’t the problem. You just weren’t the priority. That changes now.”