Casting Pearls

"Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces."

Someone who I trust very much said this to me yesterday. It struck a chord. Whether you are a Christian or not, the quote from Matthew should resonate.

We all have something special to share with one another. Something more precious than material things. Ourselves. Our hearts. Our souls. Our passions. Our 'pearls'. We want to share them. Make life better for those around us, bring success to our jobs, and feel as though things today are better than they were yesterday because of the role we play daily in the moments of the world.

Unfortunately, not everyone is receptive to receive these pearls.

Remember though, they are ours to share with the world. Stop sharing what you have with those who would choose to devalue your offerings. Break the cycle. Walk away and find someone who finds them of value. 

To advance this point a step further: Just because one does not find value in something you do or did does not mean you lack worth. Nor does it matter if that number is 5, 15, or 55. Never confuse this fact. Your worth is a not a value that can be given a number from someone else. It's not based on Likes, Shares, or even attaboys. It is not something that I can give to you or tell you how to find. It must be found on your own when you are ready to find it. 

When you can be receptive to yourself. 

Moral of the story is that you must realize how important your pearls are before you cast them at your own hooves due to you not holding yourself with the high esteem that you should. While gifts, even if they are dirty, are wonderful, they look a whole lot better if you decide not to trample all over them yourself. Share yourself with those who value you. Move beyond the rest that don't. Never leave yourself behind.

Rook out.