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You do not owe anyone your time. Your peace. Your presence. Their “I want” does not need to translate to your “I must.” You can be grateful for the role someone’s played in your past without living your future in their debt. You can appreciate all someone’s done for you, and not live your life on their terms. Consideration does not require constant availability. Kindness does not require compliance. Real love need never be repaid, and true caring should never involve keeping score.