John Steinbeck, East of Eden.
love yourself.
not to feel overpowered or to think you’re better than the soul next to you.
But Love yourself to the point not a single opinion can phase you. Love yourself to the point no one can have the power to belittle you or mistreat you. Love yourself so much that you refuse to let another destroy you mentally and emotionally. listen to me. you are in control of the feelings inside of you. Don’t get me wrong, they are hard to tame. But you have the power to choose if it will define you or strengthen you. When you discover your voice, beauty, and strength you are the master of your own universe.
(via havemercyimyoung)
