Braving the Past

It’s true that sometime in our lives, we experience trials and tribulation, both good and bad that we tend to reflect on for years at a time. Why do we do this? Simply because it meant so much to you, regardless of whether it was a first kiss with someone in a new relationship, or they were physically harmed. But we continue to move forward, and reflecting on the past only makes us stronger in the future. It doesn't mean we “live” in the past, and it doesn't have to be everything we talk about. For the most part it stretches to our core, teaching us lessons either to repeat again with others, or to avoid in the future. Whether it’s caring for an ill loved one, or keeping your hands to yourself, it will help you be prepared for the situations you find yourself in.

I strive to be a better person when I look at my past. If you’re read my blog, then it’s safe to say that you should at least understand some of what I’m talking about. I have grown so far, and to this day I’m in the longest unbroken relationship of my life, consistently thinking of a subject I’ve never openly discussed before; Building a family. If I failed to look at the past, where would I have been? Maybe allowing someone to put their hands on me, or maybe being unsure of what to do when my boyfriend was in a terrible situation and needed my help.

I strongly believe that love never dulls and never fades. I don’t understand why I feel like the only person out there that genuinely forgives others for pretty much anything. To this day, if any of my ex’s contacted me asking for help, regardless of what happened between them and I, I would stand up and support them.There is no reason I should feel labeled weird or outcast because I decided to care about everyone around me (and not just friends), so why put me in such a category?

In my relationships, I am a stronger person. In my work, I am someone to count on. In my life, I’m willing to stand up for others. I’m here to make a stand and tell everyone that we should not fear our past, we should cherish it, and reflect on it often. Isnt everyone tired of being so scared and cold?