How do you let go? One breath at a time.

Step 1) Breath in
Step 2) Let go
Step 3) Breath out

Are you still holding on? Repeat steps 1-3.

And remember, you didn’t destroy anything. The relationship changed. You made an offer and she refused it. Had she accepted the relationship would have also changed. There wasn’t any malice intended, just learning and growth. You’re not wicked, evil, bad, and definitely not deserving whatever lashings your giving yourself. You’re just human and prone to errors.

Would you feel better if I told you you’ll probably make even worse mistakes with women in the future? It’s bound to happen.

Chin up. Shoulders back. Walk tall and chalk one up for the history books as future reference.