so, this time last year I was in an unhealthy relationship. my ex was very petty and would pick fights with me a lot, sometimes they'd make me feel bad about my anxiety, would flat out not listen to me when it came to discussing issues with each other, etc etc etc. just, so much was wrong with that relationship && they really screwed me over in the end, too. it definitely did NOT end well either.

but! it did end, and it was such a relief that I didn't even realize I needed.

and now I'm with this very sweet and wonderful boy who I've known for about five years (we were really close in high school), and things seriously could not be better. we joke with each other all the time about why it took us so long to start actually dating (!?) because we're just so wonderful for each other. he's exactly what I needed in life right now, and vice-versa. it's heavenly. I feel like this relationship actually empowers me instead of hindering me, and it's so refreshing. I didn't know what that felt like ??

I just really love where I'm at in life right now, especially relationship-wise, and I felt like I had to share.

That's awesome for you! I'm glad you have found yourself in a better place.

Bad relationships can leave horrible, long-lasting impacts on your life. It's best to get out of them as quickly as you can, as the longer you let it hurt, the longer it can take to heal.

I'm glad you're happy!

Congratulations!