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Why I Stopped Asking ‘Why Me?’
Hey there, friend! You know those moments when you get stuck in the “why me?” spiral? I totally get it. For instance, I once found myself questioning why my marriage ended. Statistically, it was supposed to last. We dated for three years, got engaged, and I didn’t tie the knot until I was 27. I even waited until 31 to have my first kid. We had solid careers and education—everything pointed to a low chance of divorce. But guess what? We didn’t beat the odds.
The divorce rate is often cited as around 50%. But in my circle, I felt like I was the only one going through this. I had just one divorced friend, and we only connected because of our shared experience. It can feel pretty isolating, especially in the upper-middle-class world.
So my marriage fell apart. Okay, that happens, right? But then I started dwelling on why my ex was so angry and vindictive. I heard about other ex-husbands who were helpful and supportive, actively co-parenting and attending family events with grace. In contrast, my ex wouldn’t even look my way and went out of his way to make things difficult. I found myself asking, “Why me?”
This led to a lot of self-blame. What did I do wrong? What could I have done differently? But here’s the truth: we all have flaws because, well, we’re human. We make mistakes constantly. There’s no magic pill to fix that. Trust me, I’ve tried everything.
Eventually, I realized that what I really needed was radical self-love, forgiveness, and acceptance. They say if you want something, you should give it away freely. So when those “why me?” thoughts creep in, I make a conscious effort to forgive my ex. Sounds odd, right? But I need forgiveness for myself, so I offer it to him too.
And it’s not just him; I think about all the relationships I lost during the divorce—friends who only heard part of the story and judged me, acquaintances who sided with my ex. I try to forgive them too. They don’t know what they’re doing, just like I didn’t.
The lessons I’ve learned through this process have been transformative. I’m a better person now than I ever was during my marriage. I’m more patient, kinder, calmer, and empathetic. When I shift my focus to these positives, I start thinking, “Why not me?” I deserve this newfound strength and joy. If my ex can’t be my supporter, then I’m better off without him in my daily life.
It’s all about changing your perspective, which takes daily practice. Whenever those “why me?” thoughts bubble up, I remind myself to switch to “why NOT me?” and count my blessings. Because I truly deserve happiness and love. I’ve faced challenges and emerged stronger, shedding the burdens that dragged me down.
And guess what? So do we all.
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In summary, swapping the “why me?” mentality for “why not me?” can lead to a more fulfilling life. Embrace your journey, forgive yourself and others, and recognize the growth that can come from even the toughest situations.