You’ve done more than enough.
If you think otherwise, then remember how you work hard, day and night, just to provide what they need.
Remember how you’ve bent your rules at times just so you can accommodate their happiness.
Remember those sleepless nights, the prayer you’ve silently uttered—pleading heaven to spare them from pain.
Remember all your sacrifices, giving nothing but your all—sweat, tears, and blood, in exchange for their smile and comfort.
You’re tough, but you’ve got the softest heart to offer to the ones you love.
So you deserve to be celebrated. You deserve every hug, every tap on the back, every thank you, and every good thing that the world has to offer.
But, this year—may you be more gentle with yourself. Do not be guilty if this time—YOU’LL PUT YOURSELF FIRST.
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