 I've learned that sorry only goes so far, and it's too overused to mean much.
I've learned you really figure out your true feelings for someone when a distance separates you.
I've also learned that, no matter how much you work at it, or how much you care, long distance relationships are hard, and it's sometimes easier to just let go.
I've learned that goodbyes suck, even if they're not permanent.
I've also learned that goodbyes are needed, even if they are tear-filled and heart-breaking.
I've learned the pain of heartbreak. But I've also learned the power of love.
I've learned that love of any kind sucks, but that it usually makes you a better person.
I've learned that hearts break, and they never totally heal, but that's okay.
I've learned that it's okay to love someone who doesn't love you. You just have to learn when to let go.
I've learned that you shouldn't be ashamed of getting counseling. It only shows that you're mature enough to admit to needing help.
I've learned that you shouldn't hide anything from someone you care about. They'll find out, and will probably be more hurt that you didn't tell them than at what you were hiding.
I've learned never to lie to your parents. Chances are, they'll respect you more for admitting a big mistake, and for taking responsibility for it. They'll only treat you like less of an adult if you lie.
I've learned that family is one of God's greatest gifts, aside from unanswered prayers. No matter what, you'll always have them.
I've learned that friends come and go throughout life, but there are some special ones who leave permanent impressions on your heart. *you know who you are to me, hopefully*
I've also learned that your best friends separate themselves from your other friends during your times of need.
I've learned no to let anger, hate, or hurt stay bottled up inside. It will ferment, and turn sour, and pretty soon you'll hate yourself for feeling that way.
I've learned that words leave permanent impressions--or scars--so you need to be careful with them.
I've also learned that actions speak much louder than words sometimes, and that a hug can cure a lot of hurt.
I've learned that a simple smile can brighten almost anyone's day.
I've learned that hypocrisy sucks, but that we rarely ever practice what we preach.
I've learned that it's hard for some people to tell you what's on their mind, and you have to respect that.
I've also learned that it's one of life's greater experiences to know that someone trusts you enough to confide in you.
I've learned that suicide is all too real, and that people driven to the point of suicide shouldn't be hated for their selfishness, but pitied for their lack of hope and faith.
I've learned that physical pain doesn't heal emotional pain. But it doesn't hurt either.....
I've learned that it hurts like hell to be stabbed in the back, but that in retaliating, you're only going to hurt yourself.
I've learned that sometimes a friend is hurting so badly that it hurts you; those are times you just have to walk away.
I've learned that walking away is one of the hardest things to do in life.
I've learned that sometimes the best advice comes from someone younger than you are.
I've also learned that just because someone is younger doesn't mean they haven't experienced love, despair, hope, or hate.
I've learned that you shouldn't jump to conclusions about anyone, because you don't know what they're thinking, or what mental state they're in.
I've learned that physical beauty can hide the most insecure person, while the most beautiful person inside may not have the most beautiful appearance.
I've learned that trust is not always easily given, and it much easier to have taken away than to receive.
I've learned that no matter what, you have to be true to yourself, cuz it's your life you're living. |
