For many years, my life felt like I was living in someone else’s story. I watched friends, classmates, and coworkers effortlessly achieve milestones I could only dream about. They built thriving businesses, celebrated marriages, and nurtured friendships that seemed perfect. Their lives appeared free of conflict, worry, or disappointment. Meanwhile, I carried the heavy weight of hurt, frustration, and rejection silently, afraid to let anyone see the cracks I was desperately trying to hide.
Every day felt like I was running a race I could never finish. I applied for jobs and faced rejection after rejection, even when I was qualified. I invested in small business ideas only to watch them collapse due to circumstances I could not control. I entered relationships with hope, but they ended abruptly, leaving me to question my worth. Meanwhile, life went on for everyone else, seemingly smoother, brighter, and easier than mine.…CONTINUE READING
