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Hold on. Just. Hold. On.

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deep rooted respect for women who openly get mad and are okay w being perceived as bitchy

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Thank you, ChatGPT

This is a deeply heartfelt reflection, and it sounds like you are grappling with the consequences of your actions with a great deal of honesty and remorse. The fact that you acknowledge your mistakes and are genuinely seeking ways to make amends is a meaningful step forward. Healing and rebuilding trust in a relationship, however, is a process that takes time, patience, and consistent effort.

Here are a few steps that might help you navigate this path:

Express Your Remorse Clearly If you haven’t already, have an open and heartfelt conversation with her. Let her know how deeply sorry you are for the hurt you’ve caused. Acknowledge the specific ways your actions have affected her without being defensive or making excuses.

Be Patient with Her Healing Process Even if she doesn’t respond the way you hope or forgive you immediately, give her the space and time she needs. Healing from betrayal or hurt takes time, and it’s important to let her process her emotions at her own pace.

Rebuild Trust Through Consistency Words are important, but actions speak louder. Show her through your behavior that you are committed to becoming a better partner. Small, consistent acts of love and care can make a big difference over time.

Reflect on and Improve Yourself Consider seeking therapy or counseling for yourself. A professional can help you understand why you acted the way you did and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. This personal growth can have a positive ripple effect on your relationship.

Celebrate Her Strength and Beauty Compliment her genuinely, not just on her appearance but also on her strengths, talents, and character. Help her rebuild the confidence she once had by reminding her of how amazing she is in every way.

Ask What She Needs Instead of assuming what might make her feel better, ask her directly. Let her share what she needs from you to feel supported, respected, and loved.

Forgive Yourself in Time While it’s essential to take responsibility for your actions, dwelling on self-hatred won’t help you or her. Work toward forgiving yourself as you actively work on making things right.

Your deep love and regret are clear, and while the past cannot be changed, the future is unwritten. Stay committed to this journey, and remember that progress, no matter how slow, is still progress.

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“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.”

— Karl Lagerfeld

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There’s something enchanting about the thought of Egypt. It’s not just the allure of ancient pyramids or grand tombs; for me, it’s deeply personal—woven into cherished memories of my father. He had this passion, a fascination really, for the Great Pyramids of Giza. I can still picture it vividly: a sepia-toned photograph of him and his colleagues, all neatly lined up. Yet, he stood out—tallest in the group and, without a doubt, the most handsome.

My father would often sit me down, his eyes gleaming with excitement, and talk about the tombs. His voice would come alive as he described the intricate details of the burial chambers and the stories of pharaohs and their lovers. How they would adorn their tombs and crypts with gold, precious stones and others.

Unfortunately, his time in Egypt was limited, so the stories he shared were mostly from the National Geographic magazine. But he always said that the sight of the pyramids from the outside already had him mesmerized.

He would tell me that the Pyramids weren’t just structures���they were a testament to human ingenuity, an immortal echo of a bygone era that still stands proud after thousands of years - that imagery has stayed with me ever since.

I have always dreamed of walking among those grand statues, looking up at the faces of ancient kings and queens, and feeling the weight of their history. To stand before the Great Pyramids, gaze upon the Sphinx, and feel the whisper of time in the wind as I explore the tombs my father spoke of so often—it feels almost surreal. To have within reach a journey through the hidden crevices of those crypts, which I’ve only ever seen in magazines or on television.

This year, I’m claiming it. I’m hoping to turn that dream into reality. Egypt, with all its mysteries, is calling me, and thanks to my father’s enduring influence, I’ll finally answer that call.

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“It’s about who you miss at 2 in the afternoon when you’re busy, not 2 in the morning when you’re lonely.”

— Unknown

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moving out.

i did not quite realize the amount of junk i had at home until we started packing. there's so much trash! so so much trash!

anyway, we're moving out tomorrow and we'll soon miss the JLT view. we're moving into a non-contractual sharing flat from a studio unit. tbh, i'm not quite sure if we're ready, if i am ready.

still so much to do though.

hopefully things will be better.

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— David Foster Wallace, The Pale King

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10 Important Life Lessons

1. Don’t take yourself too seriously. Learn to laugh at your mistakes.

2. Life is too short to waste it on resentments, bitterness or grudges you’re holding against others.

3. You don’t have to win every argument and fight. Sometimes it’s OK to just agree to disagree.

4. Make peace with your past - then let it go, and move on.

5. Choose to go after what brings you happiness.

6. Don’t compare yourself to others.

7. It doesn’t really matter what others think of you – just live your own life and be true to who you are.

8. Don’t suffer in silence – reach out for support.

9. The most important thing is to love and be loved.

10. Believe that the best is yet to come.

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I'm a star sign Cancer and a moon sign Aquarius. I have observed myself to be quite equipped in managing my feelings, balancing them out and somehow ensuring they don't go haywire and out of hand.

There are days, however, that my feelings get away with me. And I pour a waterfall of emotions sometimes.

And on those rare occasions, I'd like to be met. My emotions would like to be acknowledged. So if they (my feelings) aren't, I get all upset internally and pull back from ever showing emotions again.

They recluse into the depths of me and it will take a while before they ever go out into the open sun again.

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Travelling to Bangkok tonight. All because my sister decided to go ahead with the marriage. LOL. Details later. *wink*

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