The stories we cling to shape how we see the world and ourselves. They provide a sense of comfort and familiarity, even when they no longer serve us. But sometimes, the act of letting go—of stepping beyond the narratives we’ve held onto—creates space for something new. It’s not about rejecting the past but about recognizing when a story has run its course and trusting that better things may lie ahead.
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