I have severe abandonment issues. For the first 30 years of my life I put up with everything. Even if someone broke my heart, I would go back an apologize. When people hurt me I never fired back or even really defended myself. Being surrounded by toxic people just isnt worth it.

I wont put up with it anymore. I look at each relationship and ask what I give and what I get. Then i decide the value. If i value a friendship, i will approach them with my concerns. If i dont i simply walk away.

I have found my worth. I choose to be surrounded by people who see if too. Your tribe exists, whether you have met them yet or not. I promise. Good people exist. My personal experience? All the best people are at list a little crazy. (And I identify as crazy, so it's not an offense)