Dear El,

I really, really feel your pain with all my heart. I know how difficult it is to deal with a situation where you cannot be with someone you love anymore (whether it is their fault or timing or just the situation at hand). The only advice I can offer you for coping is to take care of you and only you. When people bring it up, do not reply to them. Ask them kindly to refrain from bringing him (and his babys mother)up anymore. It is ok to tell people to stop bringing it up. I know you may want to seem nonchalant or strong in the face of other people, but people don’t matter–you matter. Further, just treat yourself. Finish college strong and start saving up to move. Small towns can sometimes suffocate the individual, go out and see the world. Meet new, exciting people who can offer you more than your ex. Learn new things everyday. Strive for a better you and a better tomorrow. Keep your chin up. I know this is a difficult time, but have faith that what is meant to be will always be.

Best,
Tiffany

PS–SEMDING YOU POSITIVE VIBES

• This reply was modified 9 years ago by Tiffany Lucia.