Heartache, Healing, Hope

They say that I will experience all the stages of grief as I navigate this journey of healing and self-discovery after the breakup. This relationship held immense significance for me, as I truly believed that it was aligned with God's will. However, I have come to realize that I was mistaken.

As I write this, tears stream down my face, and the pain is still fresh in my heart. It is difficult to comprehend why things unfolded the way they did, but I understand that even in our lack of understanding, everything happens for a reason. One thing I hold onto is the knowledge that God grants us free will, and we live in a world where an enemy exists. Despite the hurt I feel, it is comforting to know that others can still see the happiness within me and my unwavering trust in Jesus.

As believers, we are called to spread light and illuminate the path for others, so they may also desire the love and salvation we have found in Jesus. What transpired in this breakup undoubtedly sucks, and I will not deny that fact. All I ever wanted was to love and be loved in return, not by a perfect person because I am far from perfect myself, but by someone who sees and cherishes the imperfect me.

Yet, I choose to trust God even in the midst of my pain. I do not know what lies ahead, but I am taking it one day at a time. Thankfully, I am surrounded by people who genuinely care for me and support me through this difficult period. Throughout this journey, I have always felt God's presence, even when I was in Honolulu. My faith has been my anchor, keeping me from drifting too far into the sea of despair.

Excerpt from the book Beyond the Pain by Ivy Mae Gamiao.

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