Toxic relationships: I never thought I would thank you for leaving me.

I never imagined I would say these words.

 I never believed that in your departure I would find something good, but now everything makes sense.

 So I thank you, thank you very much.

Thank you for walking away from my life.

 You taught me to be independent and to survive without your help.

 You forced me to find myself without you.

 At first, I questioned everything you hated about me and felt it wasn't enough, but now I love my every imperfection and embrace my true self.

 I realized that I had been too hard on myself and had forgotten to be compassionate, kind and human.

Thank you for lying to me.

 You taught me that even if one is honest and authentic, people can still lie to our face.

 Some people don't value honesty if it doesn't benefit them.

 You taught me that some people may fake a relationship just to keep someone around, seeking the attention they crave and looking for someone to stroke their bruised ego.

Thank you for putting yourself first.

 You taught me the importance of putting myself first.

 I learned to prioritize myself and my life, because choosing you left me with pain and emptiness. Choosing you was a mistake that made me give up many wonderful opportunities that may never come back.

 You taught me that I don't want to be a second choice or a secondary choice.

 Thank you for not choosing me, because you taught me not to let anyone define my worth again.

Thank you for not fighting for me like I did for you.

 You taught me that fighting for something that is not for me is a waste of time and energy. You taught me that trying to convince someone to love you never works.

 You taught me that when it's right, both hearts will meet and it will be natural, authentic and true.

 You taught me that it is impossible to change someone's heart.

Thank you for letting me go, because you gave me the opportunity to know exactly what I want and need in a relationship. You cleared the way for someone better to come along.

 You taught me the importance of loving myself and how to protect myself from people like you.

 Thank you for letting me go, because I held on to the only person I really need in my life: myself.

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