Recently, I had the urge to write my parents. It wasn't anything grand or earth-shattering, just a simple, genuine appreciation for all they've done for me throughout the years. So, I did what felt natural—I wrote them a letter.
This is what I wrote. (Translated from Swedish to English) To my Mom and Dad, I wanted to write this letter and say how much I appreciate you. You have always been there for me and Charles (my brother) always supported us when we needed it. You have always encouraged me to walk my path and learn from my mistakes. You have never judged me or told me what I have to do, or what to become when I ‘grow up’, and for that, I love you so much. I feel I have won the lottery to have you as parents. And I'm so grateful for everything you have, and everything you do for me and wish I could be as good a parent as you one day. I love you so much and look forward to seeing you in July.” Yenny It may seem like a simple gesture, but for me, writing letters is always a positive cleansing ritual — a Feng-Shui cleanse on paper! Over the years, I've turned to letter writing as a form of therapy— a way to confront unresolved feelings, mend broken relationships, and celebrate the beauty of connection and everyday life. Whether it's expressing gratitude to loved ones, reconciling with estranged friends, or even acknowledging my shortcomings, putting pen to paper has always been a source of healing. One of the most liberating aspects of letter writing is that it doesn't always require sending. Sometimes, the act of writing itself is enough and sometimes I even burn the physical letter.
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