the scariest version of me isn't angry. it's silence. because my silence means you'll never hear from me ever again. it means i've finally reached that point where i'm done explaining, done arguing, and done trying to make someone understand what i needed. it's my way of choosing myself. it's the moment i stop chasing, stop hoping, and stop waiting for things to change. it's the moment i realize that my peace is more important than holding on to someone who keeps hurting me. i'm not trying to make you miss me or wonder what happened. i'm simply closing the door, walking away, and rebuilding my life without you in it. that's when you truly lose me.