Someone asked me, “What do you gain from loving people the way that you do?”
And honestly… I sat with that one for a minute.
Because the truth is, I’m not loving people so I can cash in later. š
I care because I care. I notice the little things. I show up. I pour into the people who matter to me. That’s just who I am.
But here’s what I’ve learned:
Being genuine doesn’t mean being available for everyone.
If the effort isn’t reciprocated, I don’t suddenly regret what I gave. I just take note. And then I adjust where my energy goes.
Because there’s a big difference between loving people deeply and continuously investing in people who keep giving you absolutely nothing back.
I can have a good heart and have boundaries.
I can wish you well and move you to the cheap seats. š
I can care about you and stop doing the emotional heavy lifting for both of us.
So no, I don’t regret being genuine.
I just stopped confusing access to me with proof that I care.
Some people get your whole heart.
Some get a polite smile and a “take care.”
And some… well, they’ve taught you exactly where to put them.
No bitterness. No revenge. No dramatic exit.
Just better placement of my energy.
Because being a good person doesn’t require being a fool. š
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