The Gift of Time
By Bo Sebastian
I broke up with a guy years ago over something trivial. When I look back at my life, out of all the relationships I have ever had, he treated me like a king. He put me first and gave me so much. I remember enjoying the attention, but not exactly appreciating him, until a few more relationships–when I wasn’t treated with much less–verv.Soon after we broke up, he entered into a relationship and has been in that relationship for a long time. I had always wondered what it would be like to have stayed with that man.Over the years, I have learned from unexpected sources, people who didn’t even realize I knew him, that this particular man hadn’t been all that committed to monogamy. Now I don’t know that this isn’t something that his relationship has built into it, but I do know this: what I would have expected was monogamy.My point is, that God has given me the unique perspective of being able to see, after some time, that he could have been cheating on me.We can pine and wonder about the past, but all things work together for the good, no matter how difficult they seem in the moment and no matter how comfortable they look today.

You may have someone in your life who has been playing on the fence. I think it’s time to tell him or her that you can do without the drama. Cut your losses and leave room for someone who truly can devote some time to you and your needs. Alone is better than getting half or a quarter of a person. Trust me on this.

Today’s Intention: “I am more than what I have believed in the past about myself. I have a lot to give to the world and to a partner. I’m compassionate, loving, caring, and open to a new and permanent relationship with a human who is my equal. And so it is!”