being understood, always.

appreciation is nice, but appreciation can exist without truly knowing someone. people can appreciate what you do, what you create, what you provide, or even the version of yourself you choose to show them. being understood is about who you actually are.

to be understood means someone sees the parts of you that aren’t always easy to explain and somehow understands them anyway. your silences, your humor, your contradictions, your habits, your fears, and the reasons behind the things you do. it means never having to perform or translate yourself just to be seen. because they don’t just like you; they know you.

besides, if someone truly understands you, appreciation tends to follow naturally.

remember: to be loved is to be known.

never settle for less, 🌙.