Sometimes tooting your own horn is not horrible... However, seeking the spotlight is... not always ideal. People who shine from within don't need a spotlight. Quote my coworker wrote
Natural Spotlights

It's not always about the road less traveled. Some journeys are just difficult, period. The end of one usually is a beautiful place that makes it all worth it. Keep moving on your path, even if it's quite hard. You never know what awaits you on the other side.