Some learnings in the past 6 months

It is very true to say that it is basic human nature to take things from granted.

I've experienced it myself many times in my life, and the more you dare to ask for things, the more you get them. 

Unfortunately, for me, it's the contrary.

It's been my parents' teachings not to take things that do not belong to me, and it is often considered rude if one asks for things. So whenever people offer things or help to me, my most natural response would be 'no, I can manage'. 

I really hope to be liberated from this. I wish to be able to always ask and receive graciously, and not always behaving like a know-all, do-all person, and weigh myself down with all the unhappiness, stress and disappointments. 

The same goes to caring for people. I realise the more I care about someone, the more disappointments I get. I now tell myself to 'let go' and not be sensitive about people anymore. 

I must love myself more than anyone else (besides my family, of course!). And this, shall be my resolution until I learn to protect myself better.