Moving forward doesn't always mean leaving everything behind. It's not about erasing the past, but rather about integrating it into the person you're becoming. We often think progress is linear, that in order to move ahead, we must sever ties with previous chapters of our lives. But in truth, growth is more about learning how to carry those experiences with you—honoring them for what they taught you, rather than letting them hold you back. Moving forward is about choosing to not let past pain or regrets define your future, but rather to use them as fuel to help you thrive, making peace with what was while embracing what can be. In some cases, moving forward also means accepting that there will be times of uncertainty, and that’s okay. It’s about building resilience through challenges and realizing that progress often looks like taking small, imperfect steps. There’s no “right” way to move forward, and it doesn't always involve big, bold leaps. Sometimes, it's about acknowledging where you are, feeling the discomfort of change, and still choosing to take the next step, no matter how slow or unsure you feel. Forward movement, in its truest form, is about the quiet courage to keep going, even when the path ahead seems unclear.