“Letting go” — two words, yet such a powerful phrase. We all have to let things or people go at some points in our lives. Whether it’s a negative friend, significant other, or family member, removing negativity from your life is necessary.

Of course, it sucks. It’s hard and extremely depressing most of the time. However, you have to be very strong to get rid of negative forces in your life. Sometimes, your mind knows you have to let someone or something go, but your heart just can’t take it. Luckily, as humans, we are made to be resilient. We are made to bounce back from the worst of situations. It takes many people a very long time to realize their own strength.

The cold hard truth is people can be poison. People can be addicting. They can suck you into their mind games and tricks and you will fall for them. They will abuse you, not always physically. Abuse can also be mental and emotional. It might take years to realize, but I promise you will finally wonder why you continue to keep this person around. If someone makes you unhappy more than they make you happy, get rid of them. If losing them keeps you from losing yourself, it is more than worth it.

You will hurt but you will be okay. Eventually, you will be completely fine without them. Time heals all. One day, you will wake up and forget them all together. You are in control of your life. Make it the best life you can possibly live, with the most positive people you can surround yourself with. You have all of the power.