A week ago I posted my story. Some people were surprised, some people were even confused. It was a tough blog to write and it kind of put me in a weird place for a few days. Dredging up bad memories is hard. It's hard to not let them seep in and take over. I am my own worst enemy and that's part of the reason that I strive for a life full of positivity.
Later on that day, I received a private message from a woman who poured her heart out to me. She told me that reading my post that day had ignited a fire inside of her. It had given her the strength and courage (that she always had inside of her) to decide to leave her current abusive situation. I sobbed as I read her messages to me. I cried for her. I cried for myself. It was so intense. My writing had inspired someone to step forward, share their story with me, and find the courage to choose a better ending to her life. That's powerful stuff right there.
The thing is, bad stuff happens to everyone. No one is immune to the shit that life has to throw at us. Everyone experiences loss in their lives. Everyone experience challenges, and unwanted changes. People who we love will betray us. We will be hurt in ways we never imagined. Things are happening in the world right now that are so awful, it takes our breath away. Life is tough. We all have times when we need to put on on a brave face and march out into the chaos with our heads held high.
I believe the heart of life is good. I believe in love. I believe that there are more good people in the world than bad. But, we have to work together, to buoy one another up. Encourage each other. Love one another. Be kind. Help others in need. There is enough hurt and hatred already in the world. We can save ourselves and each other with just a little bit of love!
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