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To Whom It May Concern

You are loved. Never lose sight of who you are.

Rachel Beth Weintraub
Jul 14, 2015
Pennsylvania State University
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To Whom It May Concern

To Whom It May Concern:

I know you may not know who I am, but I know who you are. You feel broken and alone right now, surrounded by a sea of dark clouds. You struggle to put a smile on your face because you’re fighting back tears. You know that you’re a sensitive person, and this trait makes you feel weak. I’m here to tell you that you are not weak.

You are strong and you are a fighter. There have been experiences in your life where loved ones have walked out of your life. It makes you feel as though their leaving is your fault. It is not your fault. People walk in and out of your life for a reason. The people who stay and stick around through the hard times, those are the people that matter. Those fair-weather friends are not your real friends. That boy who broke your heart into a million pieces has done you a favor. He left you so that the right guy can walk into your life.

I need you to delete the negative thought patterns running through your head. Replace these thoughts with hope, love, and happiness. Delete your social media accounts. Focus on the world around you, and don't do it through a computer screen. The world is your oyster and you should be exploring it.

Sensitivity is not overrated. Sensitivity is not a sign of weakness. Sensitive people simply feel everything around them. We bruise easily, but we also love easily. We constantly put others first in fear that we appear selfish. We fear hurting others. The only person you are hurting is yourself. Start to focus on yourself more because the only way you can love others is if you love yourself.

Please believe me when I say that everything is okay. Allow yourself to know that people love you. Your loved ones care about you and want to see you happy. I know that you are a happy, compassionate, and beautiful person. Please remind yourself of that every day. You deserve the world. You deserve love and happiness. Do not let negative thoughts tell you otherwise.

Be strong and love fiercely. Take care of yourself. Always remember that you are happy and that you deserve happiness. Those who love you will always be there for you.

Love always,

Someone Who Loves You

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