You know, everything changes in life. People grow up, we grow apart, we move away, we come closer together again. All of this can have profound effects on our lives. Whether it's the sudden and unexpected loss of someone, or a gradual parting that has reached its conclusion. People come and go out of our lives, and each and every one can have a profound impact on how we approach life. Sometimes this leaving is for the better, maybe sometimes it's not. And just maybe sometimes it's precisely what we need, even if we can't see it at that moment. This is the hardest such to admit. These are the partings that are healthy for us in the long run, but hurt immensely at their start. They're something we so desperately cling to as the damage done only tears us anew. But once we learn to let go...that moment...it's freeing. It's loosening the bonds and letting them fall away. Sure, the pain, the marks left behind, they'll take time to heal. You might not even be able to fix your wounds all yourself. But those other people...you have to let them help you. Otherwise you'll always have those wounds waiting, barely healed, to open again. Sure, they'll heal with time. But yes, you will be left with scars. And although they may fade, chances are, your experiences, they've changed you forever. Maybe you'll be different on the outside. Maybe no one will ever know.
They say time heals all wounds. It sure helps. But it can only heal if you are not alone. Do not fear to let those who reach out for you see your weaknesses. There are some journeys that are not meant to be walked alone. It's knowing which ones those are that is a true challenge. Just remember one thing. You may try to fool others, but do not try to fool yourself.
"One day I won't regret this / Oh, how I want to believe that's true / Once I pick up my parts I broke on you / It's not you, not you, goodbye" ~ Greg Laswell
As always,
Peace,
Elina
The photo is from somewhere in County Derry, Northern Ireland.
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