As the sun sets, sprinkling the sky in a thousand shades of pink and purple, a single tear slides silently down the woman’s face. After two years together, her lover has left her and gone. Everyone said that they were a perfect match, but instead love has turned to heartache and uncertainty.
Intertwining her fingers into her hair, she peers downwards and notices her swollen eyes. What happened? She could have sworn that he was the one. They had been inseparable, an unbreakable force of nature, but then everything changed. They stopped talking, there was a chill in the air, and finally came the break up.
The emotions are overwhelming, spinning her in circles. Where does she go from here? She feels lost, adrift without the person who used to provide comfort and strength. She had thought things would change for the better, that their love could define their future and beat the odds, but instead it all came crumbling down around her.
But everything is not lost yet. Although her lover may have left, she still has family and friends for support. It’s okay to be sad and confused, but remember the brighter side of things. People are always coming and going in life and so much of her own journey lies ahead. New moments and experiences await her with open arms.
She remembers him with a smile. All of their shared memories, the late night conversations, the laughter and long drives they took together. Those are all still hers, forever inscribed in her heart. She learnt so much from him, he was a beacon in her life and she wouldn’t change it if she could.
There’s no time to dwell on the past, no time to stay stuck in this moment of sadness. Life is a rollercoaster filled with unexpected turns and all she can do is brace for the ride. She has overcome other trials before, she will overcome this too, and in the end she will come out even stronger and wiser.
And if she ever finds herself lost and alone, she needs to remember the importance of talking to someone. Be it a family member, friend, or even a stranger – communication is key. Humans are social beings who need communicative channels to thrive, so find conversations in whatever medium works best and don’t be afraid to seek help if needed.
It’s time for a fresh start. A fresh start built on the lessons learnt from the past and evaluated through new perspectives. The heart may be hurting now, but it will heal, and eventually the good times will come along with a newfound appreciation and understanding of life.
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