I have seen one too many of my friends get crushed by heartbreak. I find myself constantly worrying about the ones who are struggling with pain. With that, I feel that there are some things that need to be said to those who are dealing with the agony of heartache. Here are a few things that I want my friends to know who have had their heart broken and are trying to find comfort and happiness.
1. Take it one day at a time.
It's going to be hard, and sometimes you may find that you are laying in bed at night with a constant loop of memories replaying in your head, but it's part of the healing process, so just let it happen.
2. It's okay to cry.
And it's okay to eat a whole carton of Ben & Jerry's if that's what you need to do.
3. Don't close yourself off from love forever.
Yes, this may be easy. But life will not hold as much adventure. Don't give up on love.
4. There will be someone out there who treats you like the princess you are.
Be patient, sometimes you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find the prince.
5. Everything hurts right now because it was something real.
You acted upon the basic human feelings you are wired with. Don't beat yourself up for your feelings.
6. The deeper the love is, the deeper the pain you feel can be.
You have experienced a deep connection, so be grateful for the times you had. And remember, you now know that you are capable of great love.
7. A broken heart can help you grow because it has given you new wisdom and new understanding.
8. You do not need to destroy the memories of the person who broke your heart.
You should not pretend they do not exist. Use these memories and experiences to improve.
9. They lost a wonderful person.
However, you gained something in the end. This person probably was not the right one for you and this gave you the opportunity to see that.
10. Everything happens for a reason.
Trust the plan that was placed on your path. The reason will reveal itself in due time.
11. You are beautiful.
No matter what you think when you look in the mirror, you are beautiful. You may think it's some flaw that drove the person you loved away, but believe me, it's not.
12. I love you and will be there for you always.
Through good and bad times, you can always call me and I will come with an open mind and open arms for many hugs. Sometimes all you need is a friend. I will always be that friend.
