“Not every relationship is built on genuine care; some last only as long as we are needed.”

Sometimes we are just needed.

Not everyone who is with us in life necessarily values ​​us. Some people are only around us as long as they need us.

When the need is gone, the tone changes, the distance increases, and the importance that once felt so real disappears.

This reality certainly hurts, but it also teaches us an important lesson: do not link your value to the need of others. Our value is much greater than when someone remembers or forgets us.

The people who truly value you are not only with you in times of need, but in all situations.

“Sometimes, we are needed, but not truly valued.”

— Written by Rabia Naeem

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