A few months ago, I finally cut my ex out of my life (it's a really long story). He told me he was seeing someone new and I said some things out of anger. Since then, I haven't heard from him but I've made every effort to let things go and focus on ME for once. At times, it's a little strange, uncomfortable and I get a little anxious but I get over it. Other times, I am reminded of him or there are things that trigger my unhealthy thoughts (trust me, they're very destructive)

With that said, my birthday is just around the corner and I made a timeline to do everything in my might up until my birthday to forgive, forget and move on as best as I can. I certaintly don't want to be unhappy on my birthday! I do think I need more time though.. to get over things, to keep going on this track of self-development, more headspace, happiness and fulfillment. I think I've done my best thus far but I think giving myself time to grieve right up until my birthday is a little too much. What do you think?