Many of us, at some point in our life, have yearned for companionship, a partner to share our successes, our dreams, but also our fears and failures. But what happens when the ache for companionship becomes synonymous with putting up with the wrong person? That, my friend, is when it's time to take a step back.

The old familiar saying “Better alone than in bad company” rings true. It's far more fulfilling to fly solo than to submit to a life where you feel trapped, unappreciated, or misunderstood with the wrong person.

Now, I won't sit here, behind the screen, and tell you it will be easy. It might be one of the most challenging decisions you'll ever make. I remember being terrified when I faced a similar crossroad. But let me share an empowering fact with you, my brave reader, you have within you, just like everyone else, the vanilla sky's infinite potential and the will to learn, grow, and succeed.

Look at Michael Jordan. He lost over 300 games, missed the game-winning shot 26 times, and endured countless failures. But did he stop? No. He steadied himself, trusted his journey, and he rose. Now, he is hailed as the best basketball player to ever touch the court. Imagine if he had settled for less, the world would have been deprived of his greatness.

Letting go of the wrong person presents a chance to cultivate a relationship with someone often overlooked, but undeniably significant. You. Learn to find joy within yourself; develop interests, chase dreams, and create a future that brings happiness independent of another person. This brings into the essence of self-love. It's about acknowledging, accepting, and respecting yourself, and inspiring that same energy in others.

Asking for this change from yourself is not easy. Each step will take effort; there may be moments of doubt, fear, and countless questions running through your mind. So, dear reader, ask yourself, “Am I being truly loved, understood, and appreciated? Or am I settling for less than what I deserve?” Vaporize any self-doubt and remember your self-worth cannot be dictated by another person.

Many renounced individual success stories, some of which you might have come across on Success Insider, denote a clear recurring pattern. In their stories, from failure rises a phoenix of unparalleled success. Their failures were their stepping stones, their loneliness was their cocoon, preparing them for a metamorphosis into a stronger, more successful version of themselves.

Invest your invaluable energy in personal growth, in acquiring new skills, in self-discovery. Like them, seize the chance to dedicate your time and effort into something meaningful to yourself, like the LMA course. The powerful, influential people of our times didn't allow setbacks to define their future. They learned to harness every setback, every failure as a driving force for their success story. And so can you!

As Celine Dion profoundly expressed, “Oh, I can't help but love myself. I really am at such a beautiful point in my life, and I am so grateful for it.”

So keep in mind that being alone isn't a punishment; it's an opportunity. It's an invitation to tap into your self-worth, to celebrate yourself, to love yourself, and to embrace your growth. Remember that it's okay to choose a solitaire journey over being with someone who doesn't value you.

In the end, remember it's your story. You are the author and the protagonist. Will it be the tale of you standing up for yourself and realizing your worth? Or will it be the story of settling, surrendering to circumstance, and letting someone else dictate your self-worth? You decide.

Always remember that choosing yourself is not selfish. Choosing to fly solo, instead of being with the wrong person, isn't just an act of courage, it's an act of self-respect, self-love, and self-growth. Believe it. Embrace it. Live it. So go on, get ready to surprise yourself with your own strength, resilience, and the infinite potential that's waiting to be discovered…within you.

Remember, whether you are diving into unchartered waters or on the verge of a monumental leap, it's always, about you. It's always about your journey. As Tim Han often says, “Your journey is unique. Your journey is special.” As you navigate this phase of your life's journey, remember, it's ok to learn how to fly solo.