“Sometimes you have to put your own needs first, even if that doesn’t please others. You are not required to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm.” ~Shannon Olson  When I was younger, I often placed the needs and wishes of others before my own — even in matters as simple as choosing where to go out for dinner. Everyone else had greater needs, better ideas, or bigger problems to solve than I had. Even when I was overbooked and exhausted, I made time for everyone who asked for it. Maturity has given me permission to put myself first when I need to. Age has given me the…