honestly, i feel like everything that happened this year really needed to happen. it showed me that not everyone is supposed to stay in my life, and that's okay. it taught me to make real boundaries, to protect my peace, and to stop giving so much to people who only take. i learned to stop oversharing, to stop explaining myself to people who don't care, and to stop trying so hard just to feel wanted. i realized i don't need to chase anyone or prove my worth to be chosen. this year didn't break me. it opened my eyes. it showed me my worth. it helped me grow into someone stronger, calmer, and more sure of myself. this year actually built me.