Do u av a PAST that u find very hard to forget?

Nigeria
February 16, 2009 4:47pm CST
I have alot about my past that will not just let go of me....They say with time i will forget. Tel me pls... Can i ever forget loosing my father? Can i ever forget that the lady i love most in this world faced me and said she is sorry she needs a break(that could mean forever)? Can i ever forget i am not where i am supposed to be? If i can, pls tel me how
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@grammasnook (1871)
• United States
16 Feb 09
It is not about forgetting, it is about dealing with the past. If you let your past run your mind then you tend to live in the past, if you live your present life then the past is put on the back burner and the pain of losses diminish, but never go away. I lost my father 7 years ago and I miss him but if I take the negative and turn it into a positive which is with everyday decision I think what would dad do? He is still living within me. This is how I deal with this loss. You are always where you are suppose to be it is up to you to make it work and surround yourself with positive things. Well at least this is my belief. I have a past of being abused it goes back almost 25 years ago and it was a horrible scary time in my life. I had two children with him and honestly I would go through it again if I knew I would have my wonderful boys.
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• United States
17 Feb 09
Grammasnook has some wonderful advice! Our life experiences make us who we are. They also make us stronger and wiser. Time changes and heals things and I believe that everything that happens, happens for a reason, even though we don't see it at the momment. The grief I felt when my Dad past was awful and I thought I would go crazy , but time made it easier. We all have bad things happen to us. We should not forget them, because they help us to become stronger. Like grammasnok says put those bad things on a back bunner and carry on. Before you know it your life takes a sudden turn for the best and all the hurt fades and joy creeps in . It will happen. Tomorrow is always a new day !
• Nigeria
18 Feb 09
Thanks alot. I am used to thinking i am the only one that can't forget the past. But its like we just try to manage them. And atleast don't live in them....Thanks again. I've been able to move on anyway. Its just that i feel maybe i am weak thats why have not been able to forget things that has happened years back. Now i know it does not really mean i am weak...........
@ANTIQUELADY (36440)
• United States
27 Feb 09
i think there are things in everyone's past they can't forget. u don't dwell on them that just makes it worse. of course you'll never get over losing your father but it will get better w/time. u learn to accept things & make the best of them but some things u never get over. i'm sorry about your father. i lost my father, mother & my only aunt in 2008. that was pretty hard but life goes on. good luck to you.
@ANTIQUELADY (36440)
• United States
2 Mar 09
thank you. glad i gave u encouragement. i always need all i get & appreciate, have a happy mon.
• Nigeria
1 Mar 09
Whao! Well, if you cope with yours nothing should stop me from coping with mine. I'm sorry for your loss... I can imagine au u felt (even au u still feel) but thank God you are able to cope with it. Thanks for your advice....You are a real encouragement to me.
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@GemmaR (8517)
16 Feb 09
I do have a past that I find it very hard to let go of, and I find it so hard that I don't even want to post about it on here. But I am trying. The event in question happened just over 11 years ago now, when I was just 7 years old, and it involved being betrayed by someone who I honestly thought I could trust. It still hurts even now, but I am doing my very best to be able to get over it and move on as best I can.
• Nigeria
18 Feb 09
Thanks for being honest..Myloters here say we can't forget it. That we can only pretend it is not there and move on in life.
@berbar (17)
• United States
17 Feb 09
First of all, you will never forget losing your father. He is however always with you, and I am sure he would want you to live a happy life and remember the good times that you have shared with him rather than dwelling on the loss of him. As for your girlfriend, I would say be greatful that this happened before you married her. What people forget is that you can fall in love with someone, but it dosen't always mean that they feel as deeply for you. If you have faith in God, he will lead you on the path to get beyond these pains, and show you true joy as he leads you to where you belong in this life. We have to remember that every thing happens in Gods time,and somtimes we just have to be a little more patient.
• Nigeria
18 Feb 09
Thanks for confirming that i can never forget loosing my father..I thougth as much. But its just that i am not sure. I don't dwell in it though. I'm just used to feeling maybe i am weak thats why have not been able to forget. SO REALLY, THERE ARE SOMETHINGS THAT CAN NOT BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!!!!!! What a world we are living in.
@kquiming (2997)
• Philippines
27 Feb 09
YES you can!! because I did. and not just me, there are many out there, with even worst pasts, more heartbreaking stories, harder circumstances in life, and painful memories to live with. I think psychotherapy really helps a lot, especially in healing emotional wounds, I really suggest go see a therapist, it doesnt mean that you're mentally sick if you attend sessions, it just means you want help, and you are helping yourself by taking the first step. it's just my opinion. and try to divert your attention to things that you enjoy. and you have to be patient. i could say that the person i was yesterday is not the same person i am now. life has taught me so much lessons and the good thing about the sufferings i went through is, it made me appreciate everything around me even more. Good luck 2 u....
• Nigeria
1 Mar 09
Well, i think i'll rather work things out now. I've been to doctors good number of time, they only make look like a boy. I rather work things out myself...Thanks
@xhaylea (361)
1 Apr 09
Well, everyone has a past, and i for one have a past which i find hard to let go of or loose the memory of, as ive been betrayed by people who was supposed to be my 'friends', what friends they were. Its hard to let go of it really, even though im advised to forget about it, but some things are just easier said than done to be honest.
• Nigeria
2 Apr 09
i have also come to realize that some things are easily said, just to encourage others...but in the real sense of it, they are hard to archive....thanks for been honest