Don't let them dull your sparkle ✨️

No One Has the Right to Make You Feel Crap About Yourself!!

We all have our insecurities. We all have things we don't like about ourselves—some that we try to hide, others that we wish we could change, but can't. It's part of being human. And sometimes, pushing yourself to do things outside of your comfort zone can be an incredible act of courage. Yet, when we step out and face the world with all our vulnerabilities, there will always be people ready to tear us down. It's hurtful. It's painful. And it can make us feel like crawling back into our shells, becoming smaller again.

Some don’t even realise they’re doing it, but when they make a comment or ridicule, or shoot an idea down immediately, it stings in a way that lingers. My insecurities get the better of me, and I will react to the hurt, some might say that is on me. But, no one has the right to make you feel small, to diminish your worth, or to make you question your value just because they can.

Genuine respect is shown through engagement, encouragement, and recognition of each other’s value—no one should ever have to fight for that.

The reality is, we all have the power to lift each other up. But instead, some people choose to tear others down. Maybe they don’t even know they’re doing it. They might think it’s just a joke, or that it’s harmless. Maybe it's their own insecurities that make them behave a certain way. But what happens is that the person being ridiculed often shrinks. We become hesitant, less confident, and start second-guessing ourselves. And let’s be real: when you step outside your comfort zone, you’re already vulnerable.

These people don’t often take accountability, they brush off your feelings. It’s tough. It forces you to question whether your feelings even matter. But they do. Your feelings are valid, and you have every right to stand up for yourself, even if it feels uncomfortable. Their inability to acknowledge the hurt they’ve caused shouldn’t be a reflection of your worth.

These are often the same people who constantly exude negativity can bring the whole room down with them. Their constant complaints, critical comments, or dismissive attitudes have a way of draining the energy around them. It’s as if they carry an invisible weight that pulls everyone else into their downward spiral. In a space where people are trying to stay positive, grow, or celebrate their achievements, their negativity acts like a cloud, overshadowing the good vibes and creating an environment where no one feels safe to truly be themselves. It doesn’t take long for this kind of energy to spread, leaving everyone feeling deflated and smaller than before. The truth is, negative people don’t just impact one person—they affect the entire dynamic, and it’s exhausting to keep trying to shine in a space that constantly dims your light.

At the end of the day, the people who cheer you on , stand proudly in your corner, and lift you up are the ones you should keep around. These are the people who make you feel like you can take on the world, who build you up rather than tear you down. They are the ones who see your potential and are there to support you, even when you falter. They celebrate your victories, no matter how small, and they help you grow.

Those are the people worth having in your life. Because no one, no matter how close they are to you, has the right to make you feel bad about who you are or what you’re trying to achieve. You deserve to feel good about yourself, and you deserve to be surrounded by people who lift you up and make you feel strong, confident, and proud.

So, let go of the people who make you small. Embrace the ones who make you shine. Your worth is not determined by anyone else’s opinion of you. Only you get to decide how you feel about yourself.