Dear Me,
I know that a few weeks ago you wouldn't have been able to write this letter. Yes, just a few weeks ago... but now look where you are.
You have come such a long way ... Such a very long way, especially since 1990 when you started to face many challenges.
You have been physically abused, emotionally abused, taken advantage of, told you were worthless, no good, and would never amount to anything. You have been afraid of so many things - getting close to other people, trusting other, letting yourself be loved, taking chances, believing in yourself.
No more. No more.
You are stronger than ever before.
You are faster than ever before.
You are smarter than ever before.
You are surrounded by more supportive people than ever before.
The journey is not over, but that is actually the good news. Now you can go forward with newfound confidence and belief in yourself. There is still much work to be done, but you can do it - you have done it! Keep moving forward but now slow down a little. You know now that you are strong. You know now that a bit of pain and struggle does not mean things are impossible.
Enjoy the process. Take in the view. Breathe. Be fearless.
Me.
I know that a few weeks ago you wouldn't have been able to write this letter. Yes, just a few weeks ago... but now look where you are.
You have come such a long way ... Such a very long way, especially since 1990 when you started to face many challenges.
You have been physically abused, emotionally abused, taken advantage of, told you were worthless, no good, and would never amount to anything. You have been afraid of so many things - getting close to other people, trusting other, letting yourself be loved, taking chances, believing in yourself.
No more. No more.
You are stronger than ever before.
You are faster than ever before.
You are smarter than ever before.
You are surrounded by more supportive people than ever before.
The journey is not over, but that is actually the good news. Now you can go forward with newfound confidence and belief in yourself. There is still much work to be done, but you can do it - you have done it! Keep moving forward but now slow down a little. You know now that you are strong. You know now that a bit of pain and struggle does not mean things are impossible.
Enjoy the process. Take in the view. Breathe. Be fearless.
Me.
This post is so *you!* It sound exactly like how I would imagine you to be.
ReplyDeleteI have some abuse in my background too. I've worked through it and have turned out to be more compassionate for it.
You are a tremendous person. You make my world better. You strong nerdy gorgeous sweetheart.
:-) Marion
Thank you Marion!! That means more to me than you can imagine. *hugs*
DeleteWow, this is amazing. What lies ahead of you in life will be amazing too :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Maren! :)
Delete>high five<, my friend. :)
ReplyDelete>high five< right back at you :)
DeleteWhat a wonderful post. Be fearless. Yes - that should be everyone's mantra!
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