Okay, so today I decided it was finally time. Time to write that goodbye letter to my best friend. It’s been brewing for a while, you know? Things change, people drift apart, and I felt like we needed some closure. It wasn’t angry or bitter, just… honest.
First, I brainstormed. Just got a blank piece of paper and scribbled down everything I was feeling. All the good memories, the things I’d miss, and yeah, the reasons why I felt like we were growing apart. It was a mess, honestly, just a jumble of words and emotions.
Getting Started
- Made a total mess of my feelings on paper.
- Remembered the good times (lots of laughing emojis involved).
- Faced the not-so-good stuff.
Then, I opened up my laptop. I figured typing it out would make it feel more… official, I guess. And easier to edit. I started with a simple “Hey [Best Friend’s Name],” and just let the words flow. I tried to be kind, to focus on the positive, but also to be real about why I felt this was necessary.
I talked about the amazing times we’d shared. The inside jokes, the adventures, the late-night talks. It was actually kind of nice to relive those memories, even though it was bittersweet.
Then came the harder part. I explained how I felt we’d been drifting. That our lives were heading in different directions, and that it felt like we were forcing things. I didn’t want to blame anyone, just acknowledge the reality of the situation.
The Hard Part
- Explaining the “drift” – that was tough.
- Trying not to sound blame-y.
- Keeping it real, but also kind.
I re-read that dang thing like a million times, the words that I had written. Tweaking phrases, making sure I was saying what I meant, without being hurtful. It’s surprisingly hard to be both honest and compassionate at the same time!
Finally, I decided to send it. I debated, and even tried sending voice messages but ended up with a text. I knew I had to be brief. After sending, I felt… a mixture of sadness and relief. Sad to be saying goodbye, but relieved to have finally expressed what I’d been feeling for so long.
It’s a weird feeling, you know? Closing a chapter like that. But sometimes, it’s necessary. For growth, for peace of mind, for whatever reason. It’s done now, and I’m hoping that, in time, we can both look back on our friendship with fondness, even if it’s no longer a part of our present.
