Keep Shining Bright In A Darkening World

There’s an old children’s song that says, “This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine.” Many of us sang it when we were young, never realizing how profound those simple words really are.

As we grow up, we begin to understand that the “light” inside us isn’t just a sweet metaphor. It’s our spirit, our energy, our vibration, our soul essence. It’s who we are at the core.

And in a world that often feels heavy with noise, comparison, and negativity, protecting that inner light and letting it shine anyway, becomes one of the most courageous things we can do.

Each of us carries a unique vibration. Some people move through life weighed down by fear, anger, jealousy, or pain: energies that keep them operating on lower frequencies. Others radiate higher vibrations: love, joy, compassion, and creativity.

You can feel the difference when folks like that enter a room. They don’t need to say a word. Their presence alone speaks volumes. Their light softens the atmosphere and uplifts everyone around them.

But here’s a hard truth that many bright souls learn the hard way: light attracts attention, and not all of it is good and kind.

Those who shine brightly are also unwelcome mirrors to some. Their energy reflects back to others what still needs healing. And for some, that reflection can be very uncomfortable.

That’s why the brightest souls are sometimes met with so much judgment, gossip, bullying, or rejection. In schools, workplaces, and even families, some people may try to dim the light of those of us who shine bright, because it’s easier than facing their own shadows and demons.

And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others ~ Marianne Williamson

If this has ever happened to you, know this: it’s not a flaw in your light. It’s proof of its strength. Darkness always notices what threatens it most.

Your light is not something to hide, shrink, or apologize for. It’s sacred. When you protect your energy, you’re not being selfish. You’re actually honoring the divine essence within you.

Negative forces, whether they show up as criticism, cruelty, or judgment, feed on fear and insecurity. When you keep shining, you starve and neutralize those dark forces. You remind the world that love and light are always stronger.

And the beauty of light is this: it doesn’t need to fight the darkness. It simply shines, and the darkness fades on its own.

When you hold your vibration high, when you stay kind, compassionate, and true to your spirit, you don’t just protect your own energy; you become a living example for others. Your courage gives someone else permission to stop dimming their own light. That’s how healing spreads: one bright soul inspiring another.

In my work with clients, one of my greatest joys is watching people rediscover that inner brightness. I love to see how they learn not only how to reconnect with their inner light, but how to share it more freely and courageously. When you let your soul self shine from a place of love and authenticity, you become a quiet teacher to everyone you meet.

 Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that ~ Martin Luther King Jr.

So, if you’ve ever been told you’re “too much,” too different, or too bright, remember this: the world doesn’t need you to blend in. It needs you to stand out. It needs your laughter, your insight, your empathy, and your warmth.

Shine your light when it’s uncomfortable. Shine when it feels lonely. Shine when no one else understands.

Because every time you choose light over fear, you lift the vibration of the entire planet. And this is exactly what this world needs more of right now.