In this life, you have to make sure that you satisfy yourself because no one else can do that for you. What I’m speaking on is the direction of your life and how you focus your energies. Where you place your efforts matters, and if you’re not doing it for your own inner satisfaction, you’re playing yourself. It’s time to take a step back, assess where you’ve been putting your time, and ask yourself if it’s truly fulfilling. Let’s dive into how I’ve navigated this journey and learned to reclaim my passions while shaking off those who only want to drain my energy.
Rediscovering My Roots in Art and Writing
I can remember when I first started posting my illustrations on social media. Back then, there was no pressure to churn out content like some factory assembly line. I would take my time with each piece, crafting it with care until it was ready to be shared with the world. Sometimes, I’d finish an illustration in three days, but often, it could take two or three weeks before I felt it was just right. There was no rush because I did it from the heart, and it brought me a level of satisfaction that money couldn’t buy.
As time went on, I found a profound love for writing. It became a natural extension of my art, allowing me to explain the motivation behind each illustration. Writing gave me an even deeper sense of fulfillment, and soon, it wasn’t just about sharing artwork—it was about connecting with people on a more meaningful level. But then, like many who dive deep into the social media game, I found myself pulled in so many directions that it took me away from what brought me the most joy.
Chasing the Social Media Butterfly
As I got deeper into creating talk shows and videos, I lost sight of the very things that satisfied my soul. Don’t get me wrong; I enjoyed doing videos and talk shows, and I still will. In fact, I’m putting the final touches on my custom studio at home right now. But let’s keep it real—chasing social media trends and algorithms is like trying to catch a butterfly. You think you’ve got it, but it always slips out of reach, leaving you exhausted and empty-handed.
I’m not about that life anymore. I’m done trying to satisfy what others want me to do. It’s a losing game, and if you’re not careful, you’ll wake up one day to find that you’ve spent all your time and energy chasing other people’s dreams instead of your own. From now on, I’m going back full-time into what I truly love: my artwork and writing. Those are my roots, and I’m planting myself back into the soil where I belong.
The Danger of Giving Yourself Away Too Freely
Here’s the real talk: Don’t give yourself away too freely to others. Many people out there are just looking for a free ride. They want to benefit from your hard work, your talent, and your energy, but they’ll never reciprocate. When you give too much of yourself without any boundaries, you end up feeling drained and used. Trust me; these folks are never sincere. They’re opportunists who will ride with you when the times are good but won’t lift a finger to help you when you’re down. It’s time to recognize that and make some changes.
I’ve learned that if someone is insulted by you doing the things that bring you joy, then they need to be banished from your life, plain and simple. They are dead weight. You can’t let these energy-draining individuals pull you down because their presence is a hindrance, not a help. It’s like having a leak in your boat—sooner or later, it’s going to sink you if you don’t plug it up.
Focus on Mutual Exchange, Not One-Way Transactions
Life is about balance and mutual exchange. The few who truly support you will stick by you, and those are the individuals worth focusing on. There’s a difference between the people who cheer you on because they genuinely care and those who do it to keep benefiting from your success.
When you find those who have your back, who support your vision and bring positivity into your life, hold on to them. It’s a mutual exchange—each of you benefits, each of you grows. But don’t get caught up trying to win over the masses who are just here for the ride. You don’t owe them anything, and if you’re not careful, trying to satisfy them will leave you unsatisfied in the end.
