Today reminded me of something important.

Not everyone will see the care, time, and intention you pour into your work. And that doesn’t mean it wasn’t valuable.

It means this:

Your standards are rising.

Your boundaries are becoming clearer.

And your work deserves to be met with respect, not rushed past.

Instead of shrinking or second-guessing myself, I’m choosing to respond with clarity:

→ clearer expectations

→ clearer communication

→ clearer limits around my energy

Not from anger. From self-respect.

Progressionist Pearl: When you feel undervalued, it’s not a signal to give less of yourself. It’s an invitation to lead with clearer boundaries and stronger alignment.