“Once you figure out what respect tastes like, it tastes better than attention. But you have to get there.” — Pink

I think it is a fundamental human need - "attention". We all crave it in some way or another - be it from friends, parents, lovers, colleagues, employers or society in general. Nobody can honestly stand and say that they don't on some level crave it. There is nothing wrong with that, unless of course you are seeking it and receiving it at the expense of yourself and your value and preciousness as an individual.

The sad thing however, is that so many of us do precisely that! We disregard our own self-respect for the attention of others. We will do things that make us a little uncomfortable, place ourselves in situations that don't feel natural or good for us, we give of ourselves in unhealthy ways and we sacrifice way too much.

Essentially, we give little pieces of ourselves away as a trade for attention. This is so fundamentally damaging to our souls... and not only do we know this, but we can feel it too - yes we continue to do the damage.

Sadder than that though, is the people who allow others to do this - repeatedly "taking and taking" for their own selfish gain. They will know precisely what they are doing and how disrespectful it is to treat another like that, yes they too - will continue to do so.

It can be quite a viciously unhealthy circle really.

It is so important so "see the wood for the trees" in cases like this - and to find the strength to walk away. They are toxic to you and you need to see that!

Never "lose yourself" and your self-respect for the sake of a little attention. It is never worth it and you WILL regret it later!

Walking away from toxic situations like this can be challenging at first, but once you have done it, I can promise you - you won't look back - and you will be stronger for it!

WHAT IS HAPPY HIPPIE QUOTES ALL ABOUT...

People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily! – Zig Ziglar

I am a total sucker for anything motivational and/or inspirational, I often spend a good amount of time browsing quotes online to share with followers on various other platforms so I figured why not make it a daily habit here on Steemit too

Despite the fact that I am a complete and utter tech junkie and I love so much about our modern world - (yes, there is a lot that I DON’T like as well… but keep up people… this is a happy hippy post), I have often considered the fact that I might have been born in the wrong era.

I have an insatiable love for anything 60’s!

So here I sit - in the 21st century, perhaps minus the bell bottoms but definitely not without the happy spirit, excessive array of colour (everywhere) and juuuuust a few gadgets to boot…he he!

Welcome to…

HAPPY HIPPIE QUOTES

Until next time…

Much Love from Cape Town, South Africa xxx

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