Guard Your Energy

My boys,

Being kind in a selfish world

Is not easy.

In fact—

It's one of the hardest things you'll ever do.

Because kindness gets tested.

It gets taken for granted.

And sometimes—

It gets taken advantage of.

But listen carefully—

That doesn't mean you become selfish.

Never become selfish.

There's a difference between being selfish…

And taking care of yourself.

One is survival.

The other is decay.

This world works in a very simple way—

Everything gives something.

Everything offers something.

Everything sacrifices something to the world we all share.

And when you understand that—

You become generative.

You become someone who adds value.

Who creates.

Who gives.

But if you don't—

You become the opposite.

You take.

You drain.

You consume without giving back.

And no one respects that.

Because no one likes a leech.

So here's where you need to be wise—

You must be selective with who you allow into your life.

Because if you're a giver…

And you surround yourself with people who only take—

They will drain you.

Slowly.

Quietly.

Until there's nothing left.

But if you're a giver…

And you find other givers—

Something powerful happens.

Energy multiplies.

Effort compounds.

Life expands.

And that—

Is a beautiful combination.

So don't just look for good people.

Become the person you're looking for.

Because who you are

Determines who you attract.

Be kind.

Be strong.

Be aware.

And protect your energy without ever losing your heart.

That's the balance.

I promise you that.

I love you.

— Baba

Moral of the story: Kindness without boundaries gets drained—kindness with awareness becomes powerful.

Question for you: Are the people around you adding to your energy… or quietly taking it away?

Disclaimer: This story reflects real experiences and philosophies behind Backyard Brew. It is shared to inspire perspective and intention.

Author: R. Solace