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Dear Someone: Your worth is not defined by the outcome of any one relationship.

A note from a place undefined to remind you that not all relationships are meant to last forever.

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Ali Papa
Jul 04, 2024
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Dear, Dear Someone, _

You don't have to always wonder if you dodged a bullet or just the love of your life. You don't need to always agonize over whether you escaped a disaster or lost the best thing that ever happened to you. You don't have to always regret your choices or doubt your decisions. You don't need to always dwell on your past. Instead, take a moment to breathe and trust in the journey of life that has brought you to this point. Embrace the uncertainty, and know that every step you've taken has shaped you into the person you are today. Learn from it and let it go.

Life happens; it goes on, and sometimes things don't work out the way we planned. Sometimes, our paths diverge from what we had envisioned, and it can be disheartening. That doesn't mean you made a mistake or missed an opportunity. It doesn't mean you did something wrong. Not all change is a reflection of your worth or your ability to make the right choices. 

Sometimes, Dear Someone, life takes unexpected turns to l…

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