The Young Star

And the Young Star said to the Sage Sun, "How does one become so bright, and radiate with so much life and warmth?"  The Sage Sun replied, "The answer lies within."  The Young Star asked, "Well how do I know if I've found the answer?"  The Sage Sun said, "Well, let me tell you a few stories about various stars throughout the galaxy.  Perhaps then you'll find the answer you're seeking."

Sage Sun:  Have you seen the half moons up in the sky?  Are they really half moons?
Young Star:  No, the moons are actually whole, but we stars create a shadow that makes it look like they're only half moons.
Sage Sun:  You're right young one.  Well there are some stars that actually believe they're half stars.  They believe they look like the half moons.
Young Star:  What happens when a star believes it's only a half star?
Sage Sun:  When a stars only believes they're only half stars, they can't realize their full brightness.  They believe to achieve full brightness, they have to find another half star that fits them.
Young Star:  But Sage Sun, they're already whole.
Sage Sun:  Yes, you're right.  Every star is already whole.  But each star must grow up and finally realize that in order to burn at their fullest.  It takes time to see all parts of ourselves.  And sometimes we need the help of another.  That's the benefit of finding another half star.
Young Star:  So once they realize they're full stars, how does one become burning bright?
Sage Sun:  The answer lies within...