I was recently called a failure by an ex. He said it in a way that really hit me right in the soul. I cried for an hour after he made those comments. He said I wasn't living up to my full potential. I'm not trying to have a pity party by writing this post but I would really appreciate some kind words. His comments ring in my head as if on repeat when I'm doing the laundry, when I'm sending out resumes, when I'm about to go to sleep at night. It's triggered my depression. I can't forget his words. I can't believe a man that I was intimate with had the nerve to say that to me. That was probably the most hurtful thing anyone has said to me. My friends told me to use it as ammunition to become even more successful - but that leaves a sour taste in my mouth. I just can't believe he said that to me. Its very upsetting. I'm having trouble letting it go.

I asked this question on another website and someone responded by saying, "You are a failure. He was just stating what he saw." Tears welled up after I read that awful comment, I know I shouldn't let what others say about me affect me but its hard sometimes.