To anyone reading this, especially if you’re hurting or feeling lost right now: I just want you to know that what you’re feeling matters. Life can be heavy, unfair, and exhausting, and it’s okay if you don’t have everything figured out. You don’t have to be strong all the time, and you don’t have to move at anyone else’s pace. Even if your progress feels invisible, the fact that you’re still here means something. Your past doesn’t define your worth, your mistakes don’t erase your value, and your pain doesn’t make you weak. There are people you haven’t met yet, moments you haven’t experienced yet, and versions of yourself that will look back and be grateful you didn’t give up. Please be gentle with yourself today. You’re doing the best you can with what you have, and that is enough. You are not alone, even when it feels that way ❤️‍🩹