Hi Inky,

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my incredibly long post and for reassuring me that I made the right decision. I am trying to cope with it, although it’s very hard. I’m slowly coming to terms with it and feel that I need to take some time out of this relationship to figure things out for myself, to invest in myself and not look for my happiness in another person, but to look within. What this has taught me is that closing myself off to love isn’t necessarily the way to protect my heart. The only way to go is to cultivate self-love and accept that I am complete in myself. My relationships are an aspect of my life that I cherish deeply, but they don’t define who I am. I have been fearful of being forced to adhere to societal pressures – marriage, children etc. because “the clock is ticking” and all that. I have come to realise that no one can make me do what I don’t want to do. I will and should always do what I feel is best for myself.

As painful as this break up is, I feel that it’s been a learning experience, as all relationships, good or bad, inevitably are. Thank you for your reassuring words. I really appreciate it! 🙂

Much love to you!