[ScarletPimpernel]

This is my last post, so I thank you all for your openness, support, and encouragement.

After my most recent crisis, I learned many valuable things.
1. I am valuable and so is my life.
2. In order to find beauty in your life, you have to be open to it.
3. There IS beauty in this world.
4. You are exactly where you are meant to be.
5. You don't need everyone to like you. But appreciate the people who love and respect you.
6. If you have at least one person who loves and respects you, you have found one of the most valuable, beautiful things in life.

After 7 months of doubting, I have found someone who truly cares about me. I no longer doubt her. She has done so many things for me; things that were never expected of her. She doesn't judge me. She doesn't treat me like I'm inferior to her. She accepts me for exactly who I am. I am her job. She is my T. But it is so much more than that. I have found an ally. Someone who will be honest with me even if I don't like the truth. Someone who will protect me. And someone who is open to what I have to give back to her. It is such a rare thing to find. I found her exactly when I needed her. Because of her support, I was able to open myself up to other people and situations. I was able to find another amazing woman, who was only meant to be in my life for a short time. But I gained so much in that time.

Anyways, don't settle for less than you deserve. Give people a chance, but also be open to letting them go. You won't have a rapport with everyone. But cherish the ones who love you and respect you for exactly who you are.

I have finally realized I have exactly what I need. My life is nowhere close to being perfect. I have a long road ahead of me. But I now realize that I'm going the right direction, and I am okay. I'm exactly where I'm meant to be.

I hope that you all find the same thing in your life whether it's a T, pdoc, friend, or significant other. I hope you're open to the beauty when it's in front of you. I no longer need the validation from many. My T is enough

Best of luck to you all!

[AllyIsHopeful]

That's great. Thanks for sharing. Best of luck to you as well!