Tried to be the moon…
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It's funny, for the longest time, I felt like I was living a double life. On the surface, I was quiet, observant, happy to blend into the background – a true 'moon' child. I embraced the shadows, finding comfort in their mystery and the subtle glow they offered. I truly believed I was meant to reflect the light of others, to be a supportive presence rather than a shining star myself. This was my personal 'dreams and shadows theme' playing out in real-time. My dreams felt quiet, almost whispered, and often overshadowed by what I thought I should be doing or who I should be. But there was always this underlying flicker, a persistent warmth that felt distinctly *me*. It was a feeling I often pushed down, a bright, powerful energy that sometimes felt out of place in the 'moon' persona I had cultivated. The phrase 'i tried to be the moon, but i'm clearly the sun' wasn't just a poetic thought; it became my personal mantra. I started to notice how much energy it took to dim my own light, to stay in the shadows when I yearned to bask in the full glow. My 'shadows' weren't just about being quiet; they were about hesitation, fear of judgment, and a deep-seated belief that my brightest ideas or most vibrant passions were somehow 'too much.' I had dreams, big, audacious dreams, but they stayed in the shadows of my mind, rarely seeing the light of day. It was a comfortable but ultimately unfulfilling existence. The shift began subtly. A small act of courage here, a moment of speaking my mind there. I started to realize that trying to be the moon when your soul is the sun is exhausting. It was like living under a perpetual eclipse. I yearned to feel the full warmth of my own potential, to stop hiding my brilliance. This journey of moving from the shadows towards my real dreams felt scary but incredibly liberating. I began by identifying those 'shadows' that kept me small. What were the fears? What were the limiting beliefs? Then, I started consciously nurturing my 'sun' qualities – my creativity, my enthusiasm, my ability to connect deeply with others. It meant stepping out, taking risks, and sometimes, yes, feeling a little vulnerable in the spotlight. But with each step, the shadows receded, and my true dreams started to feel not just possible, but inevitable. Now, I truly believe that 'I'm clearly the sun.' And it's not about arrogance; it's about authenticity. It's about understanding that we all have our unique light, and it's our responsibility to share it. If you're currently navigating your own 'dreams and shadows theme,' struggling with feeling like you're trying to be the moon when you're meant to be the sun, please know you're not alone. Start small. Identify one dream you've kept in the shadows. Take one step, however tiny, towards bringing it into the light. The world needs your unique brilliance! What are your moon and sun moments?










































































song pls?