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The Journals

Hello, I see you’ve stumbled upon the musings hidden deep in the clandestine shadows…

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Okay, okay — I’m going to drop my weirdo act now.

I’m here to be super real and honest with you while incorporating my glorious sense of humour wherever I deem fit. This is really just a chat/ramble from me to you. I’m hoping I can save you the mistakes I made or at least help you feel less alone in yours.

Here you will find my journal-like philosophies or advice about love, heartbreak, healing, happiness, culture, and all the woes and wonders that exist within this human experience called life.

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Closure: Can You Move On Without It?

Ah, “closure.” The idea we all so desperately cling to, hoping it will solve all our heartache woes. If only closure was as easy as Rachel leaving Ross a drunken 30-second voicemail.

Closure symbolizes reaching a peaceful and clear conclusion with and toward a person, entity, or idea. Without that peaceful dissolution, the process of moving forward can be a longer road for most people.

So the question is, can you move on without it?

Short answer: no.

Long answer: yes, but you need to continue reading.

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