It took me a long time to realize how much holding on to the past destroys you,

Because you never allow yourself to see things from another point of view.

Even though it can be hard, you have to forgive yourself in order to move on,

Because before you know it, your future can also be gone.

It took me a long time to realize that it is the same way when it comes to friends,

Because all good things must come to an end. 

Maybe at some point in your life, you were meant to be with one another,

But that only lasts for so long, up until you are able to find another.

If someone keeps putting you in the same situations that you made it clear that you don't like,

Then it is time that you only allow yourself to give them three strikes.

I have realized that if you keep allowing it, "friends" will continue to take advantage of you,

And it will keep going on, no matter what you do.

You can try as hard as you want, but some people are never going to change,

And it can be hard to be on your own, and it can cause you to feel a little strange.

I have learned that it is better to be alone than to be with people who don't treat you right, 

Because you are the only one that you need to impress at the end of the night.

Whether we like it or not, you can be the best person in the world, and sometimes it won't be enough,

Because some people are very quick to leave you when the going gets tough.

You can always be there for them, but there will be no one there when you need it,

Because at the end of the day, usually people just don't give a shit.

I have learned over the years how strong I am because I picked myself up when I was down,

Because when I really needed someone, there was never anyone around.