To the people who left my life,

I am happy we were, at one point, friends. To be honest, I sometimes miss you, but it’s only for a few mere seconds before I realize that the past is not worth dwelling on.

You all came into my life for a reason, and you all left for a reason. The reasons are known and unknown to me. And that is perfectly fine. The damage has been done and there is no need for me to know why you all left.

Some of you may have left my life because I was “too clingy.” Some of you left because I “annoyed you with my problems.” Maybe some of you left for no reason at all. And that’s okay. Because I wouldn’t be where I am today if you didn’t come into my life. So, this letter is for all of you—the people who were once friends of mine.

To the people who left me without reason, I sort of feel sorry for you. You couldn’t muster up the courage to tell me that I was bugging you. What did you think I would do? Cry? I would probably be hurt, but at least I would know. Most of you just walked away. I could never do that to someone.

To the people who left me because I was “creepy,” I really don’t understand this one. If you are comfortable with yourself, there is no reason at all that you thought I was “creepy.” I am a compassionate and caring person, and to think that is someone being “creepy,” you really don’t understand the concept of friendship or caring about someone. This is how I am and I’m not changing for you or anyone else.

To those who thought I was clingy, yes, I know I’m a hyper person. Yes, I’m excitable. Yes, I care too much about my friends. But instead of seeing all of these things as good reasons to stay my friend you took it as clingy, which is probably my fault to an extent. But if you are going to let someone go because they just want to talk to you every once in a while, then that’s something you have to learn to get used to. There are plenty of people out there like me, and some of them you have to learn to deal with, whether you like it or not.

You all left and like I said, this is fine. It just wasn’t meant to be. And this is a weird thing for me to say, but in a way, it’s a good thing that you all left me behind. Because if you all were still in my life, I wouldn’t have met the people who love me for me, who care about me, who are there for me and don’t judge me. I have grown since you all have left my life. So, I end this letter with a thank you. Thank you for leaving. Because without that happening, I would never be the person I am today.

Sincerely,

A Person Who Is Much Better Off