Dear Elle,

My heart truly goes out to you, as I know exactly how you feel. I promise, this too shall pass. And though it is very hard to see how, this will almost certainly turn out to be something that makes you stronger and better.

Life can be difficult, there is no doubt about it. And relationships can be one of the toughest aspects of life.

Years ago, when I felt the same as you, I never would have imagined that all the pain and difficulty that I was going through would end up making me so much better at relationships. What I went through trained me to be a better and more succeessful partner.

You’re hurting and you are at a crossroads. I have a recommendation for you and I am recommedning this because it greatly transformed me when I was feeling like you are.

As much as possible, when anything happens to you, or at any time you feel bad or think negative, say the following, out loud:

“Thank you for everything. I have no complaint whatsoever.”

It may seem counter-intuitive to say this when you feel like life has been cruel to you, and it may be hard to say at first, but I urge you to give it a shot. Again and again say this and you will marvel at how quickly you can see the beauty of life again!

I wish you love and joy!

Richard