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Learning what not to do from people who've hurt you can fuel the fire to not repeat their actions. Allow yourself to be hurt, but don't stay bitter and harden your heart.

Not You

By Loviel

How I aimed to please 

To make the sorrow fade temporarily 

So wishful was I, foolish hope and innocence 

Now hopelessness turns to anger 

Now innocence is forgotten 

 

I’ve learned from you what not to do

I’ve learned from you who not to be 

My lovers would not bare your qualities

My children would not know the neglect 

The false pretenses, broken promises 

 

I will not have others question me

My feelings, ambitions, relationships

I will be bold with my love

I will seek help for my sorrow 

I will not repeat you

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