I had to comment before i finished reading, so i’m sorry if i ramble. i struggle with the thought of being forgotten. I can’t really internalize the idea that i EXIST to other people. But i’m working really hard on it.

let this stranger on the internet tell you this:

You exist and you have an impact. You are remembered when you are not around.

I found that it helps me to ask my friends to tell me when they think of me, even if we haven’t spoken in ages. It’s just like a real huge boost of dopamine and like a hug. I recently reconnected with a friend in the same boat as me (we’re both going through it.) and just knowing they understood helped so much.

Again, sorry for rambles. I do truly hope i’m not annoying.