I then uninvite the image of the person I’ve held onto. That picture of who I wanted them to be isn’t reality. That picture isn’t reality. That picture isn’t reality. I acknowledge the person is unwilling or incapable of what I so very much desire for them and our relationship. But my desire doesn’t line up with their desire. So, it’s not realistic at this time. I release the person to be responsible for her life, just as I’m responsible for my life. I allow myself some time to feel sad and experience the emotions of grief. I say out loud what I’m releasing. “I am choosing to let go of [your
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