Between Hello and Goodbye

by Emma Scott

Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation. —Rumi

I wondered how many of life’s mysteries we write off immediately due to cynicism. How many avenues of healing or growth do we shut the door on because we think they’re not for us?

I have a feeling a lot of the misery we go through is because of the story we tell ourselves.” I shrugged. “You rewrite the story, and you get a different ending.”

They say growth comes through adversity and strength is built by resistance.

Life wasn’t just one thing. Or even one place. It was boundless potential and experiences waiting to be explored.