Hi @HazelHazelton
Thank you for reaching out. I’m sorry to hear that you’ve received this message from your friend who you seem to treasure a lot. It sounds like you had a great friendship with him and it is understandable that you’re feeling lonely and lost in this situation.
It seems that your friend treasures you a lot too and that’s why he thinks that this is what’s best for you and him. As @Scarlet_Bird said, it seems that it is not out of malice but rather out of love. Of course, your feelings are still valid. No matter how good the intentions were, it is still painful and it’s normal that you feel this way. But I hope that you also remind yourself that you are loved and that this isn’t your fault.
Personally, I’ve lost some close friends throughout the years and it doesn’t get easier every time it happens. It still hurts when it happens, and I still find myself mourning what could have been if the friendship hadn’t ended. But it does get better. It may take a long time but eventually you’ll be able to look back on the memories you shared with them without feeling sad or guilty.
Right now, it is okay to take your time to process this. You don’t have to rush anything and it is okay to feel what you need to feel. I wish you all the best and the ReachOut community will always be here for you.
Sending you lots of love and hugs! 🤗💙
