In the desire to be liked by everyone and conform to social expectations, it often happens that you spend a lot of time with the wrong people or things, make wrong decisions and care more about others than your own well-being. Now is the time to start thinking about yourself for the first time and put yourself first.
Youth brings with it many irrational decisions that are the fruit of your desire, to get along with everyone and cater to everyone. It often happens that you even give up your passions in order to help those who have some kind of problem.
But it's never too late to start being self-aware and put yourself first, because that's the only way you'll live a fulfilled life.
5 situations when you MUST put yourself first:
When you feel confused.
At some point in your life, you will probably feel confused, unsure of what you want to do in life and questioning your dreams.
Everyone will have their opinions and try to advise what is best for you, but you have to create your own happiness and find your own path to travel on your own. Rely on your friends and family, not the people who want to live your life.
When you fall in love.
When you fall in love, you mustn't forget about yourself, because sometimes it's easy to lose a part of your world to another person. Spend every moment with your loved one, but you have to realize that you still have to make decisions and focus on yourself. Focusing on yourself will make your love story sweeter as you grow as a person while you grow together. Let your significant other inspire, challenge and support you.
When you find out what your passion is.
Once you figure out what your passion is, you need to put yourself first. You have found your purpose on this planet, but it must not completely take over your life. Unnecessary drama and stress is something you shouldn't focus on, instead focus on what makes you happy.
When you have toxic friends.
Friendships that aren't friendships are nothing new. The fact that you find that you are 'alone' is crucial because it is important to realize that you are strong enough and self-sufficient. Friendships or relationships that do you more harm than good are only burdening you, so it's time to think about what would be better for you in the long run and turn that into action.
When you need to slow down your life.
Sometimes you just have to stop. You are always somehow caught up in all the plans for the future, constantly competing for opportunities and trying to be available to everyone at the same time. But that can be exhausting. The reality is that you are rushing too much in life, and the only way to slow down is to focus on yourself and take a 'break'.
