30/07/2025
Sometimes, the wounds that hurt the most aren't from betrayal, but from being constantly ignored. You’re not asking for too much. You are simply asking for the bare minimum like time, effort, and presence. And it breaks you slowly when even that feels like a burden to him.
It’s the way your voice shakes when you speak up, unsure if it’s even worth saying. Because deep down, you already know he’ll shrug it off or make it about him again. It’s exhausting to always explain why your feelings matter.
You defend him to your friends, to your family, even to yourself. You keep making excuses like “at least he’s not unfaithful” just to convince yourself it’s love. But real love doesn’t need defending when it’s genuine and felt.
You keep lowering your standards, thinking maybe you're the problem. You try to love louder, stay longer, and be more patient, but it's still not enough. The truth is, you shouldn't have to suffer just to prove you're worth loving.
This isn't about looking for someone perfect. This is about finding someone who chooses to stay present, to understand, and to care even on the hard days. Because if he really loves you, you shouldn’t have to wonder if he does.
Cctt:Anne Curtis
