Once you push a kind-hearted person to the point of no return, you will never get the same version of them back. How unfortunate that kindness is taken for weakness and an understanding person is treated like a fool when they have chosen to see the best in you. Be mindful how you treat people who have been in your corner despite it all. Made excuses for you despite it all. Forgiven underhanded actions that were intentional. A gentle soul's patience can only last for so long. By not appreciating their rightful concerns, you are only showing them that they deserve more. More care. More thoughtfulness. They deserve that respect. They deserve to know that certain doors are completely closed. They deserve stillness in their soul. Some people simply aren't capable of giving that to someone in the way they need. Growth includes making peace with what was never meant to be.