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We need people like you in this world. We need the softness, we need the people who remind us of connection when we are all avoiding eye contact. I am proud of you for being this person in this world. The way that you love others is inspiring. And so if no one told you this today — you do not need to apologize for the way you feel. You do not need to apologize for how your heart exists here. There is courage in being the person who connects. There is bravery in staying open despite what you have been through. You should be proud of yourself for loving. Please don’t ever stop.

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I’m proud of you for steps you’ve taken to improve yourself and your life, big and small. 

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I’m proud of you
because you finally realized
that it’s better to be alone
than be with someone
who makes you miserable
– rather than magical.