nothing compares

One of my first failed relationships taught me the vital lesson that when you allow things to fester, every conversation becomes a confrontation.

this is your reminder to start slow and gradually lean into consistency rather than to change your entire routine one fine day. it's okay to start wherever and whenever you feel ready. please don't compare yourself to the highlight reel of people on social media. i promise it's never too late to work on your goals. you don't have to make a drastic change just because it's a new year. time is a social construct and i want nothing more than for you to truly enjoy life at present without worrying too much about the future. you are completely able to achieve goals you have set for yourself, but take it step by step. please avoid burnout and please take rest. wishing you all the best!!

i love reading sad books bc when your own grief is stopped up inside you like a clogged drain you can grieve for a character on a page and understand that you're also grieving for yourself a little bit

I often wish that I would’ve left a toxic situation sooner, but if I had’ve left earlier I might have missed some important lessons. Instead of focusing on when I didn’t leave, I’m proud of myself for leaving when I was able to and learning the lessons that they had to offer.

i wonder how many times we forgive someone just because we don’t want to lose them even if they don’t deserve our forgiveness.