Don’t try to lessen yourself for the world; let the world catch up to you.

Beyoncé Knowles is not only a powerhouse in the music scene, she’s also a stellar mentor. Her words often impart valuable life lessons, like this advice she gave her protegés, R&B duo Chloe X Halle, sisters Chloe and Halle Bailey. (Beyoncé discovered the siblings and signed them to her record label.) It emphasizes the importance of staying true to yourself, even when that makes you stand apart from the crowd. It’s a wise warning: Don’t stunt your own growth by toning down your natural talents and skills. Instead, like Queen Bey, show others what’s possible, and the world may just follow where you lead.