How I Learned To Love Myself Through Loving You | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics and Activism

How I Learned To Love Myself Through Loving You

And Why I'll Be Forever Grateful.

67
How I Learned To Love Myself Through Loving You
tumblr.com

If I could tell you all of the things I wanted, I would tell you that I could never truly explain to you how I feel about you.

I would tell you that through loving you, I've found a piece of myself that I loved even more.

If I could tell you all of the things that I wanted, I would tell you that it's the most frustrating thing to have someone who can make or diminish your day in the matter of a second, but I love that about you at the same time.

If I could tell you all of the things that I wanted, I would tell you that it's the scariest feeling in the world to know that I care about you more than you care about me, and to be completely aware of that, it is even scarier.

I would tell you that I wish you'd be able to see yourself through my eyes for the beautiful, wonderful, successful, amazing and even perfect person you are, and sometimes, I wish you told me how you see me through your eyes.

I would tell you if we could trade places with each other for a day, you'd realize how it feels to care and to cherish someone's presence and entity with all of your humanly being.

I would tell you that I wish you would just let me in, fully, completely and whole-heartedly.

I would tell you that I try harder than you think to act like nothing bothers me. I'm only human, and I'm still growing up.

I would tell you that I'm monumentally envious of how cool, calm and collected you are at all times. How you act so carefree, like nothing bothers you, and you don't wear your emotions on your sleeve. I wish I could be like that too.

I would tell you that all I want is to know there's still things about me that you love, but I don't waiver in how wonderful we are.

I would tell you that sometimes all I want is a little recognition. I try really hard to be everything that you want and more.

I would tell you that you make my day just by being you.

I would tell you that I wish you all the best, and I wish you get everything you've ever wanted in life and more, no matter what happens.

I would tell you that still, in a crowded room, my eyes will always look for you.

I would tell you that through loving you, I've learned to love myself.

I would tell you that even though I try to be all you've ever wanted, I love my flawed self. I love that I hold myself to a high standard of taste and class. I love that I wear my emotions on my sleeve. I love that I have a big heart, sometimes too big. I love that I'm indecisive. I love that I care far too much. I love that I'm the most feminine person alive. I love that I'm quirky, sometimes a little ditzy and march to the beat of my own drum. I love that I'm determined, stubborn as an ass and know what I want in life. I love that I put too much on my plate, and then I get stressed out. I love that I'm learning to just say the things that I want to say. I love that I'm the polar opposite of you.

For without these things, I wouldn't be me.

Without me, there wouldn't be us.

I would tell you that I hope you love my flawed self, too.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

3731
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

450121
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

22025
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Moana's Top 10 Life Tips

"Moana" is filled with life lessons that involve far more than finding true love as many other Disney movies do.

44959
Animated image of a woman with long dark hair and tattoos
StableDiffusion

1. It's easy to be fooled by shiny things.

Digital image of shiny gemstones in cased in gold. shiny things StableDiffusion

Tamatoa created a liar filled with shiny things simply for the purpose of tricking fish to enter and become his food. He too experiences a lesson in how easy it is to be tricked by shiny things when Moana distracts him by covering herself in glowing algae so Maui can grab his hook.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments