Have you ever wondered why you seem to keep experiencing hurt from the same situation repeatedly over and over again at different points in your life? Over time it seems hurt has become the saga of your life. There was a point of time in my life, when I kept getting into relationships that resulted in hurt and disappointment. I used to question myself and wondered if I was the reason the relationships weren’t working out. I realized that part of the reason the past relationships didn’t work out was my distorted perception of what I believed I deserved. I wasn’t aware of my worth, and I accepted the hurt and disappointment out of the fear of being alone. I can truly say, it is amazing how you see the picture more clearly when you are out of the frame. I have learned that this saga doesn’t define me. Instead, it helped me discover my value and all that I have to offer to the individual who will appreciate my value. As a result, I have gained more than I have lost. My new sense of self-worth and inner peace is more important than settling for the lack thereof. “Loving myself more” defines me.