So here you are. You listened to what you were told, took in the feedback. You did what they asked; hid the parts of yourself that they criticized and exaggerated the traits that they praised. You don’t celebrate your victories anymore, because that’s arrogant. You don’t voice your wants or needs anymore, because that’s rude. You don’t take care of yourself anymore, because that’s selfish. You’ve followed the path that was worn for you, listened to the wisdom of your teachers and caretakers. Now I have an important question I need to ask you.
