Everyone is unfinished. That means we all have flaws; some deep and unmistakable, while others can be subtle and easy to glance over. Our flaws in some ways define us. They conquer us everyday. Fear, dishonesty, prejudice, pride, resentment, regret... The only way to push forward through those paralyzing feelings is to let them go.
Tell someone everything you're scared of. Tell them the truth. Let their advise and opinion in without shutting down, without guarding yourself. They aren't trying to see you fail, let them hear about all your sorrows and then you can let it go.
It took me a long time to realize that by telling another person all the hurt you hold inside it doesn't simply transfer into them. By putting words to your feelings you're releasing them between you. You're letting that person experience a little of what you went through, what you keep hidden from those you don't trust. And it helps. Laughter helps, smiles help, asking for help... helps.
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