Quote by Danielle Jordan

If you give them enough of yourself, they might realize that you're bleeding out from the pieces of you you keep giving them, and maybe give you something back. But then they don't. So you sit there. Less than you were.

If you give them enough of yourself, they might realize that

Summary

This quote portrays the vulnerability and anguish of giving oneself fully to others in the hope of receiving reciprocation. It suggests that by opening up and sacrificing pieces of oneself, one anticipates that others will recognize their sacrifice and offer something meaningful in return. However, when this expected reciprocity does not materialize, the individual is left feeling diminished and incomplete, highlighting the emotional toll of unrequited giving.

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Life Love Pain Inspirational

By Danielle Jordan

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