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Why Absence Makes You More Valuable
When You’re Gone, They’ll Notice: The Power of Being Unavailable
You don’t need to disappear completely to make people notice your value. Sometimes, taking a step back can say more than years of being constantly present.
Think about someone who’s always available. They always pick up the phone, always say “yes,” and never miss a single invite. They’re dependable, sure but do you really feel their presence? Or does it fade into the background because you know they’ll always be there?
Now, think about someone else. The friend who doesn’t show up all the time but makes every appearance feel special. The one who texts you unexpectedly, and their message feels like a little surprise gift. The one whose social media posts make you stop scrolling because they aren’t always flooding your feed.
That’s the power of absence.
Why Less is More?
In life, the rare things stand out the most. Diamonds, gold, even a rainbow after the rain they’re special because you don’t see them every day.
Your presence works the same way. If you’re always around, people might stop noticing you. But when you step back, you create space for others to appreciate you.
