I Wish I Could Fix You..
I’ve tried for so long
I’m very aware of the frustrations I feel when I think about trying to please and make you happy. I cannot fix you, although for years I’ve tried. We grew up in the same household and yet how different can we be?
I am an explorer, who wants to travel, am curious about the world, and seek to learn and grow. I try to embrace change although at times it can be quite difficult. You are afraid, do not handle change well, and do not look at the bright side of things.
Did I mention I Love You and wish things were different for you?
I first learned I was trying to fix you when I entered coaching school. This is an absolute no-no. Rather than tell someone what to do, we seek to offer support and guidance to bring you to your own conclusions and actions. The rest is up to you.
My heart aches for you. Sometimes I am angry at you for how you have lived your “one precious life.” I’ve tried for years to raise your spirits..to tell you that everything will work out for your highest good. You have been stuck for years and your mind is rewinding the same negative tapes. Yet..I would never abandon you. You have been there for me in my darkest hours and I am so grateful for that.
I am afraid to call you. I used to think you were mad at me when you picked up the phone. Finally, I’ve learned not to take it personally. When you cry as an outlet for relief, I cry inside and feel helpless. After the outburst, you may feel better but I am stuck with the feelings of sadness and pain. It slices through my heart and I have a hard time shaking it off much of the day.
You have a beautiful smile and I so wish I could see it more often.
And so my head and heart remain hopeful as I am not one to give up easily. I cannot plant positivity and gratefulness into your soul but I will continue to be there for you as much as I can even though I know it might not ever be enough..
I’d like to end this story on an upbeat note and so I will share a couple of heartfelt stories from Annelise Lords and Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles Thank you for your support and kindness!
