Closing Old Chapters?

Closing old chapters in life is never easy. It doesn’t matter if it’s early in life or later down the road—letting go is one of the hardest things to do. Whether it’s a relationship, a phase, or a version of yourself, the weight of unfinished emotions can linger. That’s where closure comes in.  

We often think that starting a new chapter means the old one automatically closes. But that's not always the case. Healing is not a linear process, and the scars of the past don’t disappear just because you’ve turned the page. New beginnings might offer hope and distraction, but they don’t erase the trauma.  

Healing takes time. It’s messy, slow, and at times exhausting. Even when life offers new opportunities, I find myself still carrying remnants of the old pain. Still healing. Still trying to grow.  

But I’m also trying to embrace the new chapter of my life with open arms. I’m learning to love life, to love others, and to revolve my energy around positivity. I want to pour my best self into this new journey, while also working on myself—trying not to repeat the mistakes of the past.  

The hardest part? Not looking back. The past has a way of pulling you in, whispering all the “what-ifs” and regrets. But I’m determined. I’m trying to focus on growth, on becoming someone I’m proud of.  

Closure may take its time, but I’m committed to the process of healing and evolving. 

Life is a constant journey, and while the past may shape me, it doesn’t define where I’m going. I'm still learning, still healing, still trying & maybe trying to love & live!