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Why She Always Wants the Best for Herself

It’s not pride—it’s self-respect and the courage to ask for more

By Nangyal khanPublished 3 months ago 3 min read

She wants the best for herself — not because she’s proud or difficult, but because she finally understands what it means to value her own worth.

For too long, she accepted less.

Less effort, less care, less honesty.

She believed that patience would make people change, that kindness would make them stay, and that love meant forgiving over and over.

But time has a way of teaching through pain.

And through every heartbreak, every disappointment, every “almost” that never became real — she learned something important:

When you constantly choose others over yourself, you slowly disappear.

Now, she’s done disappearing.

She’s Been the One Who Gave Too Much

She was the one who texted first, forgave first, tried first — every time.

She stayed loyal to people who only remembered her when they needed something.

She gave her energy to situations that never gave her peace.

And still, she kept telling herself, “Maybe next time it’ll be different.”

But it never was.

That’s when she realized that “different” had to start with her.

If she wanted better, she had to become better — not for anyone else, but for herself.

So she started setting boundaries.

She learned to say no without guilt.

She stopped chasing people who didn’t meet her halfway.

And with every goodbye, every new boundary, she felt lighter.

Peace Became Her Priority

She wants the best for herself because she’s tired of chaos.

She no longer entertains drama, half-truths, or one-sided relationships.

Peace — that’s her new standard.

She now values mornings without anxiety and nights that end in calm.

She loves being around people who feel easy to be with — no games, no pretending, just real connection.

She’s learned that peace is not found in others; it’s something she builds inside herself every day.

Through stillness. Through gratitude. Through letting go of what weighs her down.

She’s Not Asking for Too Much

People often misunderstand her.

They call her picky, hard to please, or “too much.”

But she’s not asking for perfection — she’s asking for effort, honesty, and mutual respect.

She’s not the girl who’ll settle for mixed signals or half-love anymore.

She’s the woman who knows the difference between someone who’s trying and someone who’s just staying because it’s convenient.

She’s not cold — she’s careful.

Not distant — just discerning.

And that’s what growth looks like.

What “The Best” Means to Her

When she says she wants the best for herself, she doesn’t mean luxury, status, or attention.

She means peace of mind, emotional safety, and genuine love.

She wants the best kind of friends — the ones who clap for her even when it’s not their turn to shine.

She wants the best kind of love — steady, kind, and patient.

She wants the best kind of life — simple, grounded, and full of meaning.

The best, for her, is not about more — it’s about enough.

Enough love to feel secure.

Enough peace to sleep well.

Enough purpose to keep growing.

She’s Choosing Herself Without Apology

Once, she thought putting herself first was selfish.

Now, she knows it’s survival.

She’s learned that she can’t pour from an empty cup, can’t love others deeply if she’s neglecting herself.

So, she takes time to rest, to heal, to dream.

She celebrates her small wins and forgives her own mistakes.

She’s not waiting for someone to come save her — she’s saving herself.

She Wants the Best, Because She’s Been Through the Worst

She’s walked through heartbreak that broke her spirit and still found the courage to love again.

She’s faced moments when her voice trembled, but she spoke up anyway.

She’s been ignored, underestimated, and replaced — but she never lost her softness.

The worst shaped her into the woman who now demands the best.

Not out of bitterness, but out of wisdom.

She knows that peace feels better than proving a point.

That self-love lasts longer than temporary attention.

That walking away doesn’t mean losing — it means finally winning herself back.

The Best Is Not Out There — It’s Within Her

She finally understands that the best isn’t something she has to find in other people — it’s something she builds within herself.

The best version of her life begins with the best version of her mindset.

She’s no longer chasing — she’s attracting.

She’s no longer waiting — she’s creating.

Her heart is open, but her standards are higher.

Her soul is calm, but her energy is powerful.

She’s not perfect, but she’s becoming whole.

So when someone asks her, “Why do you always want the best for yourself?”

She smiles and says,

“Because I finally know I deserve it

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About the Creator

Nangyal khan

Housewife with a master's degree,writing to find meaning and peace.I believe every stage of life has purpose,and through my word, i hope to show how women can create space for growth,strength,and self-expression.

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