The Self-Harm of a Stubborn Heart

Trying to stop the pain will only prolong it

Trying to stop the pain will only prolong it

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I’m digging my feet in, trying to stop the slow slide toward what I already know is inevitable. My stubborn heart won’t let go … won’t submit to what I know is true … won’t stop loving … won’t free itself. But make no mistake: holding on this way is hurting me.

I’ve been here be…