there’s a wonderful feeling that comes from being accepted, praised, + supported.
but what do you do when you’re met with silence?
what happens when the praise is no longer praising,
when *crickets* replace applause,
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when what you do seemingly goes unnoticed?
today, remember exactly who you are, fam.
you still exist without the recognition,
you can put forth your best efforts even without anyone acknowledging your efforts,
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you are still very capable of making a huge impact, of living a full + rich life, without anyone’s approval.
be swayed neither by praise nor by condemnation.
simply do you, be you, + be dope, fam.
make the most out of your life by living + showing up in the most unapologetic way.
life continues after the applause, it still goes on after the disappointment or dissatisfaction, + it will remain with or without their presence.
be you, be dope!
Phylicia Sadsarin
Mindset Coach
journal prompt(s) for today:
if you receive zero (0) praise for all of your efforts in 2026, how would you define your success? your worth? your why?