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Let Them Go

 


Many people stay in relationships that make them tired. They keep trying to hold on, hoping the other person will finally see their value. But this only brings more pain. If someone really wants to be in your life, you will know. If you feel confused all the time, that means they are not giving enough.

A healthy relationship is balanced. Both people should care and make an effort. If only one person is always calling, planning, and worrying, the relationship is not healthy. You cannot force someone to love you or care about you. You can only be yourself and see if they meet you halfway. If they don’t, their actions already show how little they value you.

Letting go does not mean you failed. It means you are brave enough to accept that the relationship is one‑sided. When you let go, you create space for yourself. You can focus on peace, growth, and your own life instead of waiting for someone else to change.

People who truly care will show it. They will communicate, keep promises, and stay present even when life is hard. People who only enjoy your attention will treat you like an option. They may like the comfort you give, but they do not really value you. Letting them go is freedom, not loss.

By leaving unhealthy ties, you open space for better people. These people respect you, care about your needs, and show up without being asked. Letting go means choosing yourself. It is not giving up—it is self‑respect. When you stop chasing those who walk away, you make room for people who truly want to be with you.

Inspired by:

The Breakup Therapist. (2023, June 15). You cannot love someone into loving you back [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rxu2JM-iAD4

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