It's been weeks, months, maybe even longer. You two have gone through so much together. Still, you find he won't completely let you in.

You do all of the cute things couples do. You've met his family and friends, you go out in public together; he is obviously not ashamed of you. But his actions remain a mystery. You wonder what truly goes through his mind.

You learn that he's been hurt in the past so you display your affection towards him. You care for him deeply in attempts to ease his aching heart. With time he begins to mean so much to you, more than he'll ever know.

However, you both continue to be at a standstill.

You start to question your worth and begin feeling insecure. You've lost your inner peace and you're beginning to feel like you've lost yourself.

The pain is real and undeniable. He's in your presence but he's not present. His mind's in a different place yet you can't seem to put your finger on it.

It drives you mad to the point where you're no longer seeing things clearly; you're no longer thinking clearly, and the next thing you know, you're being called acrazy psychopath.

The fights become intense and more frequent. You feel so misused and taken for granted that you try to tear him down with your words. The sharpness of your tongue cuts deep, causing damage and ultimately brings the hurtful truth:

He's still in love with someone else.

The truth breaks your heart into a million pieces. You've spent this entire time investing in what you thought could grow into something lasting and fruitful.

Sadly, you've been on your own this whole time while the person who you believed was your partner had different dreams, different goals, and a completely different person in mind.

In the end you realize that your feelings for him were authentic and if you aren't the one he loves then he should be with the person who makes him the happiest.

If that isn't a possibility than he should at least seek closure in order to move on with his life.

Maybe then he won't find the need to allow someone new into his life then take them on a never ending ride of uncertainty.

"When the world seems so cruel, and your heart makes you feel like a fool, I promise you will see, that I will be your remedy" Remedy – Adele

I understand that you've been hurt in the past, it's difficult for you to be vulnerable, and to open up to someone else. I understand that you want to protect your heart. So do I. 

But I've known you for quite some time now and we are no longer strangers. I've grown to love you and my instinct has allowed me to nurture you, to care for you, to protect you.

You haven't been able to completely let me in, but you've allowed me into your life. You've allowed me to get close to you. And when I'm close, I can see and sense that your heart craves love. 

With the time I've spent with you, I've been able to discern your character. I know when you feel as though you need to put up a front while your thick layers hide the real you. I can see that you want to be able to have faith in love again and that you long to feel trust. 

But with me you don't need to be so tough, you don't need to have your guard up because I know you – the real you. I get you.  I understand you and I love you. 

I wish you could see that – when you're hurting, I'm here for you. You aren't alone. The world really isn't so cruel. If you've experienced a love that didn't last, there's a love right in front of you that's waiting to be there for you forever.

I know that life isn't fair. When one moment you think you've got it all figured out then suddenly you have the rug pulled from under you, it can be traumatic.

But I would hold you until the pain subsides. I would be your shelter through the storm. I would be your remedy – until you're able to love and trust again.

Still hung up on that ex? Or are you stuck in a bad relationship and you aren't sure how to be over it? You've been with him for so long, you just don't know how to move on. or even sure you are actually able to.

We all know that music is a form of therapy for most, especially if you're going through a tough time.. Including a break up. At times you simply need to hear some encouraging words to get you through what you're going through and move on from it.

Country may not be the most preferred genre but there's a song for almost any occasion.

Here is a short list of some must hear country songs that'll help you get past that tough situation and allow you to see that if he isn't right for you – you don't need him.

1. "I'm telling you, you don't need that guy. It's so black and white. He's stealing your thunder. Baby, blue ain't your color."

Blue Ain't Your Color  – Keith Urban

2. "Stringing him along any longer, girl, it's just wasting precious time. Girl, you know it can't wait. Rip it off just like a Band-Aid. It ain't my business to be all up in, but I know you ain't in love with him. Break up with him."

Break Up With Him – Old Dominion

3. "The day you stop looking back, you're gonna find that the future sure beats the hell out of the past. Now he ain't no good. I guess he's as good as gone. The day you stop looking back, is the day you start movin' on."

The Day You Stop Looking Back – Thomas Rhett

4. "That town, that job, that guy, you can leave them behind. Girl, you know you're better than that. If you wanna come back, you can come back. Baby come back to truck tires on a gravel road. Laughing at the world, blasting my radio. Cannonballs splashing in the water, doing whatever whenever you wanted. What did he do? 'Cause you don't sound like you, anymore."

That Don't Sound Like You – Lee Brice

If you're going to keep ignoring me, neglecting me, and tuning me out – Fine. I can't make you do anything you don't want to. So be it.

You've been dismissive of me enough and you've hurt my heart plenty. 

But I want you to know… It honestly kills me not to have you.

Maybe I've just been so accustomed to having you in my life. Maybe I'm attached. Maybe I'm addicted to your love; I don't know.

But I've turned into something I don't want to be.

I have truly been faithful to you but I haven't been to myself. I'm not this mean, horrible person yet when we fight, I let my anger get the best of me. 

I'm sorry. 

I said some pretty awful things, so much worse than you ever did. 

I only focused on my own hurt while completely neglecting you. I should have seen the effort you've made but instead I focused merely on the negative.

I know there's nothing I can do to fix the hole I've dug for myself and I've realized this is what it has come to.

But before you let me go, I want to let you know that you will always have my heart. 

I've always had a difficult time letting people in, but I knew from the beginning that you were worth it. You've brought purpose to my life; allowing me to love and to learn. 

You've been my weakness and my strength – my everything. 

And there is no one else who will ever be able to compare to you.

You know what bugs me? When you use the term "condescending," and you use it – A LOT! 

Do you understand the true definition of that word? It means that I speak to you as if I'm better than you. Do I do that? No.

What I most definitely do, though, is question your behavior. 

So you've had some time to gather your thoughts and aside from believing that I am condsending, you also want to inform me that I'm mean.

You wanna know what I think is mean? What's mean is YOU – wasting my time, ignoring me, telling me you'd do something when you never even had the intention of doing it.

Mean is you labeling me as "delusional" or saying mean things simply because of a misunderstanding.

Mean is you playfully hitting me and not apologizing. Instead you get mad at me for defending myself, then you try to bullshit your way out of it to make like your actions were valid.

Or saying to me, "my morning was fine until you came along," RIGHT AFTER I BOUGHT YOU BREAKFAST.

Mean is pretending to like me and care about me, invite me over for a movie, then after I leave you fuck someone else that same night!

Maybe you shouldn't spend so much time on contemplating other's actions. Instead you should focus more on your self-awareness.

I mean, it's funny how when a tough man like yourself with such a hot temper and asshole tendencies gets a feel of your own medicine, you aren't able to handle it. Especially coming from a female.

I don't get it. 

So yes, I absolutely question why you do the things you do. But have I ever thought I was better than you? Never.

Is there a week, or even a day that passes where we aren’t in an argument?

Are we ever agreeable.. On anything?

Do we ever see eye to eye?

What is wrong with us?

Is this normal?

A part of me is saying it’s not, but maybe it is.

I don’t know much about relationships. As far as I know, when things get rough, it’s probably best to walk away.

But what have those couples who’ve been together for decades done?

Certainly not walk away.

Maybe our fights are normal.

Maybe it allows us to prove that we care enough to react; care enough to show emotion.

Maybe it’s our thing.

It allows us to showcase our passion for one another.

It keeps the fire burning within.

And I must admit, making up with you makes life so much sweeter.

That’s when I’m able to recognize how much I truly adore you.

That’s when I know I can’t, I mustn’t live without you.

You are the keeper of my heart and there is absolutely no one else I’d go crazy for but you.

There are times when we feel afflicted and discouraged in life; when hopelessness overwhelms our world. 

At that point what is there to do? Where is there to go?

Sometimes, words of comfort can be the simplest remedy.

If you’re merely having a bad day or you’ve completely lost faith in humanity, the great spiritual and political leader, Mahatma Gandhi, has some of the most inspirational words that just might help you get through a rough patch.

1. “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

2. “To lose patience is to lose the battle.”

3. “The future depends on what you do today.”

4. “Be the change you want to see in the world.”

5. “You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result.”

6. “Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.”

7. “An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind.”

8. “There is more to life than increasing its speed.”

9. “Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding.”

10. “Where there is love, there is life.”

11. “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold or silver.”

12. “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”

13. “Nobody can hurt me without my permission.”

14. “Love is the strongest force the world possesses, yet it is the humblest imaginable.”

15. “Anger is the enemy of non-violence and pride is a monster that swallows it up.”

16. “Peace is the most powerful weapon of mankind.”

To many woman, being called a “bitch” can be taken as an insult… But it shouldn’t!

In fact, being a bad ass bitch should be taken as the ultimate complement.

Why, you ask?

Because bad ass bitches hold their own and take shit from NO ONE.

Being stepped on, ignored, and feeling underestimated should be a thing of the past. 

Here are a few bad ass tips to step your game up and start living life to your full potential.

1. Never Settle

Whether it be your job, relationship, or any situation in your life, never settle for the “good enough.”

2. Set Goals

It is vital to set goals in life and have the drive to accomplish them. Having a sense of purpose is important when it comes to living a meaningful life.

3. Respect Yourself

You cannot expect others to respect you if you don’t respect yourself. Take care of your mind, body, and health.

4. Be Positive

Optimism will get you so far in life, whereas negativity will create road blocks. Never let anything (especially pettiness) get you down. 

5. Let Your Voice Be Heard

If you feel strongly about something, say something. Do not forget that you are as important as any other individual.

6. Be Confident

Believe in yourself; know your worth. Because once you find the value within yourself, you’ll allow it to shine through.

7. Maintain Your Independence

Be sure to remain stable in all parts of your life because at the end of the day, the only person you should be able to depend on is yourself.

I still remember that gloomy winter morning. I had been dreading to call you because we hadn't spoken in weeks but my car had been towed the night before. I was new to town so I didn't know who else I could call but you. 

When you showed up, you had already covered all the bases. You knew what documents I needed and even what time they closed. I was overwhelmed with gratitude yet I felt guilty at the same time.

I’ve always felt as though we came from two different worlds. 

I would never speak to you about my problems because I assumed you wouldn't be able to understand. It appeared to me that everything in your life was so perfect and you had everything figured out. 

I couldn’t speak to you about the dysfunctional relationship I had with my family because you shared an unconditional love with yours. 

I couldn’t talk about my finances either because you had your parents to fall back on whereas I felt so alone in life. 

Most things about me you just weren't able to understand and due to our lack of communication, you would make assumptions of my life, my actions, and my whereabouts which frustrated me. 

After getting to know you for a couple of years, I thought I had you all figured out. 

Not everything in your life was perfect. It seemed more to me as if you were oblivious to anything negative, therefore making everything in your life appear flawless and grand. At one point, I felt like your whole life was based on a complete lie. 

Being naturally guarded, I found it very difficult to trust you.

I’ve been hurt many times in my life so I tend to rid of anyone I feel hurt by and never speak to them again. 

With you, I’ve felt hurt many times but I hardly ever thought of the times I’ve hurt you.

Yet, you have always come back to me with open arms.

 What makes you so great is that whatever we have been through, no matter how disappointed we have made one another, you always have the ability to get past our battles and move forward.

We used to be so close and so open with one another. We had such a strong connection where we were able to finish one another’s sentences. 

I realized that was then, when my life had been more stable. Now, I was in a new place feeling vulnerable and afraid of the unknown. I felt like I had lost myself. You felt like you had lost me too. 

As I sat there in the passenger seat I realized how fortunate I was to have someone like you in my life. Although we truly were from different worlds, we were able to balance one another out. 

As we belted out the optimistic lyrics of Matisyahu’s “One Day,” all of our fondest memories came rushing back to me and at that point I realized that our friendship was and always will be greater than my bruised ego.