Our time, attention, and devotion have a price tag, and we get to determine the cost of access.

I’ve found that as I claw my way out of a season of loneliness, I’ve allowed people to treat me in ways I wouldn’t ever “treat them back”.  I meet a person who initially seems to be on my level, and I naturally assume we’re similar in mindset; in how relationships should function.  Admittedly expecting others to react in the same way I would is short sighted, and I’ve learned a lot the hard way over the last several months.  I’ve given and not received in spades.  And, I’ve allowed for it to continue, making myself and my resources far too available.  Is it because I’m lonely and crave companionship?  Or, probably closer to the truth: I don’t think I’m worth it.  I have to earn being treated well, and if I’m not, well, I must not have done enough to meet the expectation.

At what cost have I believed this lie?

The Word says I am royalty.  Does a princess allow herself to be treated this way?  Does a princess offer the valuable parts of herself, her inheritance, to others that do not reciprocate?

My inheritance is Heaven.  I am an heir to the King who created the universe.  He’s my DAD. This has gotta count for something.

Matter of fact: It counts for everything.

Sister, you wear a crown same as me.  YOU are royalty.  YOU deserve to be treated well, honored, protected.  Seen.  Heard.  Acknowledged.

You’re a princess.  Do your best to see it today, being gentle with any perceived shortcomings.  HE sees your crown.  HE sees perfection.  

Increase your price tag.  You’re worth every penny.