"Yes. I do. Even though I know a future with him would be complicated and messy, our worlds don't exactly fit together perfectly but I like how we fit together regardless." I don't know how to explain why we work together, but we do.
"Want my advice?" Dr Lawrence asks with a small smile.
"Yes please" I say quickly. What kind of weirdo would go to therapy without actually asking for advice from their therapist?
"Stop hiding from the things that make you happy. You've made incredible progress during our sessions, but you need to fully embrace the things that you want in life. And I know it's scary, but it feels scary because it's important and it means a lot to you. If he makes you happy, then talk to him. Make that choice"
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Dr Lawrence's words run through my head all day, but the
