What Did I Gain From Love
Once spoken with such conviction, your promises have exacted a heavy toll upon my heart, leaving me with an immeasurable sense of loss. The cost of your broken words has been more than mere disappointment; it has been a persistent ache that seeps into the depths of my soul. Yet, as I traverse the landscape of this pain, I am not without gain. Love, even in its most tumultuous form, has bestowed upon me invaluable treasures that I hold dear.
Through the depths of my sorrow, love has shown me the boundless capacity of my own heart. It has opened doors to vulnerability, allowing me to confront my fears and embrace the fullness of my emotions. Love has gifted me with resilience, teaching me to rise above the ashes of shattered promises and emerge stronger than before.
In the face of your unfulfilled assurances, I have learned the power of self-love. I have discovered that I am worthy of affection, devotion, and the promises I make to myself. Love has illuminated the path towards self-discovery, guiding me towards a deeper understanding of my own desires, dreams, and boundaries.
Though the pain lingers, I find solace in the fact that I am healing from the wounds inflicted upon my heart. I choose to let go of the bitterness and resentment, allowing love to mend the broken pieces. It is through this healing process that I begin to realize that my love for you need not be extinguished, but it can transform. It becomes a love that recognizes the beauty within you, appreciates the moments we shared, and forgives the pain you caused.
Yet, with this understanding, I also recognize that I no longer need you to complete me. Love has shown me that my worth and happiness are not dependent on external validation or the fulfillment of your promises. I stand tall and resolute, ready to embrace the love that flows from within me and the love that others willingly offer.
So, as I navigate this journey of healing, I acknowledge the scars left by your broken promises, and I honour the love that once existed between us. But I also recognize that my capacity for love extends far beyond our connection. I am an individual capable of loving fiercely, of growing and thriving even in the absence of your presence. I am healing, and though I still carry love for you in my heart, I have come to realize that I no longer need you to define my existence or complete my happiness. Love, in its infinite abundance, surrounds me, reminding me that I am whole and worthy, regardless of your promises.
@Imperfect6 Thank you for expressing so elegantly your deepest feelings about a subject many people struggle with.
I share many of your feelings about love. I always thought that someone out there would fulfill me but the more I am watching my interactions with other people, I am realizing that I do not need to add something I need to subtract some things:
Exaggerated expectations that no one can fulfill. Who can make me happy if I stay in my unhappiness and disappointment.
the idea that my self is incomplete and needs to find completion in the world. I believe I am whole right now even if I am not completely aware of it.
I think for me love is expressed most clearly in compassion for others. I hope to find ways to help others find the causes for happiness and to be free of dissatisfaction.
Hope you get the support you are looking for.
@soulsings
Your reflection on love and personal growth is incredibly insightful and powerful. Recognizing that love is not about adding something external to complete oneself, but rather about subtracting exaggerated expectations and finding wholeness within, is a significant realization.
Compassion for others and helping them find happiness and freedom from dissatisfaction is a beautiful expression of love. By extending your care and support to others, you contribute to creating a more loving and compassionate world.
@Imperfect6
I read somewhere that we do not gain from loving, but we sacrifice. I do not know if I correctly read your post. I can understand your disappointment. I hope you can be strong, it is not easy I know.
@VictoriaLove7
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and expressing your understanding of my post. It's interesting that I read somewhere that we do not gain from loving, but rather sacrifice. I can understand your disappointment, and I appreciate your acknowledgment of the strength required to navigate through such challenging experiences. I agree that it is not an easy journey.
In my post, I spoke about the heavy toll that broken promises have taken on my heart and the immeasurable sense of loss they have caused. However, amidst the pain, I have found valuable lessons and personal growth. Love has shown me the boundless capacity of my own heart and opened doors to vulnerability, allowing me to confront my fears and embrace my emotions fully. I have gained resilience from rising above the ashes of shattered promises, emerging stronger than before.
I have come to understand the power of self-love in the face of unfulfilled assurances. It has taught me that I am deserving of affection, devotion, and the promises I make to myself. Through love, I have embarked on a journey of self-discovery, gaining a deeper understanding of my desires, dreams, and boundaries.
While the pain still lingers, I find solace in the fact that I am healing from the wounds inflicted upon my heart. I choose to let go of bitterness and resentment, allowing love to mend the broken pieces. I've come to realize that my love for the other person need not be extinguished; it can transform. It becomes a love that recognizes their beauty, appreciates the moments we shared, and forgives the pain they caused.
However, with this understanding, I also recognize that I no longer need the other person to complete me. Love has taught me that my worth and happiness do not depend on external validation or the fulfillment of their promises. I stand tall and resolute, ready to embrace the love that flows from within me and that which others willingly offer.
As I navigate this journey of healing, I acknowledge the scars left by broken promises and honor the love that once existed between us. Yet, I also realize that my capacity for love extends far beyond our connection. I am an individual capable of loving fiercely, of growing and thriving even in the absence of their presence. I am healing, and although I still carry love for them in my heart, I have come to realize that I no longer need them to define my existence or complete my happiness. Love, in its infinite abundance, surrounds me and reminds me that I am whole and worthy, regardless of their promises.
This is so beautiful and so true. I'm going through something similar and for a moment I felt it just reflected my situation and my feelings...
❤️❤️❤️ Very well written... 👍🏻😍😍👍🏻
@agreeableDime6679
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your connection to the post. I'm glad that my words resonated with you and reflected your own situation and feelings. It can be comforting to find solace and understanding in the experiences of others.
I appreciate your feedback on the writing as well. It's wonderful to hear that you found it beautiful and well-written. Thank you for taking the time to express your thoughts and support. Sending you love and strength as you navigate through your own journey. ❤️❤️
