For five long years, I lived a life full of pain I could never escape. My partner cheated constantly. Every day brought uncertainty, betrayal, and heartbreak. I tried leaving him, only to be pulled back by promises I hoped were genuine. I tried forgiving, only to be hurt again. Trust left me long ago. Sleep became a stranger. I could not rest because my mind constantly replayed lies, secrets, and heartbreaks.
Even my friends stopped believing I would ever find happiness. They tried to encourage me, but after seeing me stay in the relationship for years despite everything, they began to doubt me too. I was isolated. I was exhausted. I was trapped in a cycle of pain, hope, disappointment, and despair.…CONTINUE READING