How people treat you, is never a direct representation of you.
It is a reflection of what is happening within them. 
When someone treats you poorly, it can be so hard not to take it to heart, to not let it manifest inside of you and dictate your thoughts and feelings. But, it is imperative that we understand, that, that is their perception. You cannot change another person and you never change how someone perceives you as a person, or perceives something that you have done. However, you can wish them well and humbly walk away.
Walking away does not subject you to being the door mat. Speak your truth without anger, but then know that the only change that will matter, is their changed behavior, not the apology they may offer to you.
Maturity is when you have the power to hurt someone who did you wrong, but you just breathe, walk away, and let life take care of them.
Remember, we can never change another person, we can only change our response to their behavior.
So when someone repeatedly is dishonest, abusive, disrespectful or manipulative, it is up to you to stop playing into their game.
You are not a victim. You are being victimized, but never take on the title of victim to describe yourself.
People are in our life for a reason, a season, and most are not here to the end.
But that beautiful face looking back at you in the mirror everyday, is your companion for life, so make sure you love, respect, and accept yourself completely.
Be kind, loving, and good to yourself!
XO, Kelleen
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