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I wish I new

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By Emmanuel Juliet Published about a year ago 3 min read
I wish I new
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I Was Being Faithful, Just to Meet the Right Person

In life, we often find ourselves in relationships where loyalty becomes second nature, but sometimes we wonder whether that loyalty is leading us anywhere. I spent years being faithful in relationships, even when they weren’t quite right for me, believing that love would eventually lead me to where I was meant to be.

The Power of Loyalty

Being faithful isn’t just about staying true to someone else—it’s also about staying true to yourself and your values. I used to believe that every relationship, no matter how difficult, deserved my unwavering loyalty. I thought if I just gave enough, stayed committed, and invested myself in the partnership, it would work out in the end. But with time, I realized that not all relationships are meant to last, no matter how faithful you are.

I stayed in situations where I wasn’t truly happy, hoping that my devotion would magically transform them into the love I had always dreamed of. But deep down, I knew that love shouldn’t have to be forced or fixed. It should feel right, and more importantly, it should bring out the best in both people.

The Moment of Realization

One day, it dawned on me that I was being faithful to the idea of love, not to the reality of the relationships I was in. I was holding on to the notion that loyalty would eventually lead me to happiness. But that happiness was not something my faithfulness could create out of thin air. It was something I needed to find with the right person.

It was a liberating moment, realizing that being faithful didn’t mean staying in unfulfilling situations. It was about being true to my own journey and trusting that the right person would come into my life when the time was right.

Meeting the Right Person

When I finally met the right person, everything changed. It was as if all the years of faithfulness had led me to that exact moment. The relationship felt natural, effortless even, and there was no need to force anything. I didn’t have to work tirelessly to prove my loyalty or bend myself to fit into the relationship. Instead, I found someone who met me where I was and honored the loyalty I had always given.

I realized that being faithful wasn’t just about waiting for the right person; it was about becoming the right person myself. It was about growing through each relationship, learning what I needed, and understanding my own worth along the way.

The Lesson in Patience and Faith

In retrospect, being faithful even in imperfect relationships wasn’t a waste. It taught me patience, resilience, and the kind of love I truly deserved. Sometimes, we need to go through the wrong connections to fully appreciate when the right one comes along. Faithfulness is a journey, one that not only strengthens your bond with others but also helps you build a solid relationship with yourself.

I stayed true to the idea that love was out there for me, even when I didn’t see it. Now, having met the right person, I know that my faithfulness wasn’t in vain—it was preparing me for the love that was always meant to be mine.

Conclusion

Being faithful means trusting the process of life and love, even when it seems uncertain. It’s about giving your heart without losing yourself in the process. While it may feel like a long road, meeting the right person can make the entire journey worthwhile. Sometimes, we are faithful not to hold on to what we have, but to be ready for what’s coming next. And when that moment arrives, it’s pure magic.

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Emmanuel Juliet

Having the passion to write and developing the passion to share

Dreams can not be created we build it🤭

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