Don’t be afraid to let some people go, because not everyone will need a place in your future.
And that’s okay.
This can be interpreted in multiple ways, depending who was in your life at the time.
People come and go, and that’s just natural. They grow, we grow, and sometimes our dreams take us in different directions.
Don’t believe that you’re the only one that changes. Everyone around you will evolve in some way that changes their values and priorities.
Sometimes that will make you angry, but it’s just fear of losing familiarity and comfort that’s overwhelming you. We see friends and loved ones as constants, fixtures in our lives that we can lean on and confide in.
We just forget that not everyone isn’t always meant to last forever. This causes us to fear that by letting go means losing everything they meant to us.
The memories, laughter, support–all of it seems at risk of disappearing.
As unsettling this might feel, it’s a sign that the people who once fit seamlessly into our lives may no longer align with who you are becoming.
It’s not anyone’s fault.
Remember that it’s a natural part of life. If you do try to cling onto these relationships, sometimes it might limit your own growth, and hold back from what could be.
Holding on can be more harmful to your future than you realize.
However, by letting go of someone who was once important in your life doesn’t mean it will erase the past you shared. All the experiences you had together shaped you, taught you lessons, and gave you memories to cherish.
It’s a reminder of your personal journey you have taken. Your future does need your past, even if it means not having certain people by your side anymore.
Letting go is rarely easy, and sometimes you have no idea when a relationship is supposed to end. Sometimes it happens organically, too.
And, your future will be grateful that you gave yourself permission to let people go.
Of course it doesn’t mean that you are cold-hearted. It just means that you are respecting your own needs and trusting that people who are meant to stay in your life will stay, while others will leave gracefully.
This will cause you to feel a mixture of emotions with sadness, relief, and even guilt. Sometimes we will wonder if we’re failing to live up to our own ideals of loyalty.
It’s a tough choice, but so is choosing to be our true selves.
When we are willing to let go, we open up space in our lives for new experiences and connections that might align with who you are today, and what you want to become in the future.
By trusting that the right people will come into our lives at the right time, we create room for deeper, more fulfilling relationships.
Letting go isn’t about abandonment–it’s about inviting what serves us in this moment.
That’s one exciting thing about the future. You’re allowed to grow however you want, change however you want, and make choices however you want that reflect your current needs.
You can choose who you want to keep close, but don’t feel bad to let go of anyone who doesn’t fit into your future.
However, letting people go doesn’t mean you have to shut the door entirely. Some connections might naturally circle back into your life.
And that’s fine, too.
You just need to remember that your journey in life is yours to take. Not everyone is meant to walk with you into your future.
Just make sure to take all the cherished memories and valuable lessons with you.
By letting go, you’re freeing yourself to live more authentically, meet people who will inspire you to learn more about yourself, and support your new goals.
So, don’t be afraid to let go. It just means you are honoring your growth, embracing change, and allowing yourself to walk into a future you might have thought was once impossible.