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This body continues to show up, scars and all. 

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Remind yourself that you are the most important person in your life.

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I’m learning that I can change what I want to change and continue to pursue the pieces of my life that are working without any regard to anyone else.

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I’ve learned that if I can’t help you heal, I have to let you go. 

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I’m sorry I let him convince you that you were damaged and broken and hard to love. I’m sorry I let him make you think what you needed and wanted from a boyfriend was impossible. 

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I hope you make sure that no matter what words you choose – they are all framed by, and with, love.

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When you catch yourself mythologizing, remember – he chose you, not her.

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You will be loved when you feel alone and you’ll be loved when you get out of the darkness.

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I carried so much love in my heart, and I gave it all away.

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She didn’t ask for much. In fact, she didn’t ask for anything at all. All she wanted was time.