To The Guy Who Let Me Go
Start writing a post
Relationships

To The Guy Who Let Me Go

Thank you for allowing someone else to love me the way you couldn't.

1994
To The Guy Who Let Me Go
Pixbay

In all honesty, I doubt that you will ever read this. If you do end up acknowledging it, I'm sure you're going to deem all of this as garbage and useless. Hey, that's okay. This letter isn't to hurt your feelings or make you feel like you made a huge mistake because in the end, you didn't. I'm not writing this to make you feel pain. The point of this letter isn't to make you think I'm still the same broken girl that you left me as because that would be a flat out lie. This letter is just to recap what happened between us and how happy and thankful I am for you letting me go whenever you did.

After everything that we had been through together, I never really saw it ending the way that it did. All of the tears that I shed were useless in their attempt to make you stay and I can honestly say that I'm glad you didn't.

At the beginning of our end, it's true that I felt that I was missing something viable to my well being. I felt sick, depressed, and anxious. It hurt me to know that someone that had meant so much to me decided so easily that I wasn't meant to be part of their life. It broke me.

I needed to be broken though and I see that now.

I had always been too much for you. Too much of a person with too much emotion that you just didn't know how to respond to. I was too overwhelmed, too anxious, and too distrusting of you. Because of this, you couldn't give the same amount of effort that I put into us. At least, that's what I thought. I had it in my head that everything that I did was overbearing when in reality, you just weren't enough for me. You weren't committed enough, or trustful enough to be fully committed to someone that would do anything for you. I've seen the errors of my ways not in being too much of a person, but by giving too much to someone who never really deserved it in the first place.

You were never fully able to commit to just me. You were scared of the waves and afraid to run into the ocean that was waiting so patiently for you with open arms. You settled on testing the waters instead. The entire time I thought that there was something wrong with me for you not wanting to give it your best shot. I never paused to think that maybe, just maybe, it was you with the issues and not me. It wasn't my fault that you are sporadic with your feelings for me. You expected me to be patiently waiting for you while you continued to do whatever you pleased. It hurt to say the least.

There wasn't a single part of me that didn't want you. For whatever reason, I thought that something would change inside of you and I wouldn't have to keep fighting a losing battle. I was naive to believe that and I see the error in my thinking now.

The bond that we shared wasn't meant to go as far as it did. We weren't made for each other and it's as simple as that. I'm not going to say that there weren't good times between the two of us, but ultimately, it was a very toxic relationship.

Since our end, I've grown as a person tremendously. I've grown more than I could have ever grown with you. I've grown stronger in the relationships with the people that truly care for me and by doing so, I've grown stronger, more independent, and I've realized my potential to be a better person every day.

I've also found someone that has loved me unconditionally every day that we have spent together. He has not once ever questioned his feelings for me and he was never afraid of my waves. He jumped right in without question. I have never been too much for him. I've always been the perfect amount. It's an indescribable feeling to have someone love you with everything they have.

If you had never let me go when you did, even though I was holding on to the rope for as long as I could, I never would have found the power of myself, nor would I have found the guy that I was never too much for. I was angry at you for so long, but it brings me peace to know that I can say thank you to someone who probably doesn't deserve it. It brings me peace to know that if I ever see you again, I won't feel anything.

So thank you; thank you for realizing I was too good for you.

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

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

70824
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

132432
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments