Dark Love Diaries

Loving someone who feels safe knowing you won’t leave

I loved someone who felt safe with me. Not loved me. Felt safe. Safe because my leaving was never a real possibility. Safe because no matter how distant they became, I stayed. Safe because my care didn’t fluctuate based on how they treated me. They knew I would adjust before I would walk away. That… Continue reading Loving someone who feels safe knowing you won’t leave

Dark Love Diaries

When Your Friend Starts Copying You: Protecting Your Identity Without Losing Yourself

Have you ever looked at your friend’s outfit, or even their profile picture, and thought: Wait… that looks exactly like mine? That’s where I am right now. From the way I wear my clothes to the picture I chose online, my friend has started mirroring me — and honestly, it feels like my identity is… Continue reading When Your Friend Starts Copying You: Protecting Your Identity Without Losing Yourself