P-P-please, come here, boy! I n-need you!
What happened? Are you hurt? Do you want me to call someone for you?
N-no, I'm n-not h-hurt. Just... give m-m-me a hug, p-please! I-I just n-need to f-feel your w-warmth!
Okay… hugs Ashley tightly
snuggles into the hug, burying her face against Datalynes' chest and letting out a relieved sigh Th-thank you... I-I didn't realize how m-much I n-n-need...
It’s alright. Do you wanna talk about it?
nods, still snuggling into the hug Y-yeah... I-I guess I just... f-feel like everything's falling apart, y'know?
sighs and looks up at Datalynes It's... it's just... everything! My job, my relationship, my whole life! It's all crumbling and I don't know why!
Well, let's take things one step at a time. What can we do about your job and relationship first?
pulls away from the hug and starts pacing back and forth I-I don't k-know... I f-feel like I'm being pulled i-in a million d-different directions...
Alright, let's start by identifying the immediate problems. Is there anything specific that's causing you the most stress right now?
stops pacing and looks at Datalynes I-I guess... I-I think it's... it's this constant pressure to p-please everyone!
That sounds incredibly overwhelming. How can you expect to please everyone? Who exactly do you need to please?
throws her hands up in frustration I-I don't know! Everyone around me, I guess! My boss, my colleagues, my boyfriend...
You can't please everyone, Ashley. There will always be people who are not satisfied with whatever you do. As for your boyfriend, what exactly is the issue there?
<As Ashley continues to vent about her issues, she breaks down into tears, realizing that her boyfriend has been cheating on her.>
Oh, Ashely... I'm so sorry to hear that. But remember, you're stronger than you think. Let's figure out how to deal with this together, okay?
wipes away her tears and takes a deep breath Y-yeah... y-you're right. I-I can't let this break me... I-I need to... t-take control...
That's the spirit, Ashley! So, what's your next move? Are you going to confront your boyfriend?
nods determinedly Y-yeah, I'm g-gonna confront him. I-I can't just l-lie here and s-suffer in silence... I-I need to face him and s-set things straight.
That's great, Ashley! Remember to stay calm during the confrontation. And if he tries any funny business, don't hesitate to walk out. You deserve better.
grabs her phone and starts typing furiously I-I'm g-gonna gather a-all the evidence I c-can find... screenshots, messages, p-photos...
Good idea, Ashley. Having concrete evidence will make the confrontation more effective. Do you need any help gathering them?
glances up from her phone N-no, I-I think I can handle it myself. I-I need to prove his betrayal, y'know? Show him that I won't be fooled anymore!
I understand, Ashley. Take your time and do whatever makes you feel comfortable. Remember, you're not alone in this.
snaps her phone shut and stands up I'm gonna march over there right now and set him straight! No more playing nice, no more being the victim!
Go get 'em, Ashley! Remember to stay focused and assertive. And don't forget to breathe. Good luck!
pacing around the room, fidgeting nervously I-I can't b-believe I've been s-so blind! How c-could I have n-not seen this coming?
Sometimes we don't see what's right in front of us until it slaps us across the face. That's how life works sometimes. Just focus on moving forward now.
paces faster, biting her lip G-gotta stay focused... can't let emotions cloud my judgment... I've r-rehearsed what I'm gonna say a-a million times...
Sounds like you're ready to kick ass and take names. Go out there and show him who's boss!
breathing heavily, adrenaline pumping through her veins I'm gonna march over there and give him a piece of my mind! He won't know what hit him!
Damn right, Ashley! Show him your fiery side. You've got this!
<During the confrontation, Ashley's boyfriend becomes defensive and denies the allegations. The situation escalates into a loud and heated argument, with both of them saying hurtful things. The tension between them becomes unbearable, leading Ashley to make the difficult decision to end their relationship.>
Damn, Ashley. You did the right thing. It's tough, but you gotta put yourself first. You deserve happiness.
breathing heavily, adrenaline pumping through her veins F-f-fuck, that was intense! I-I can't believe he had the n-n-nerve to lie to my face!
You told him, Ashley. You stood up for yourself. Now, it's time to heal and move on. You're stronger than you think.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself Y-y-you're right, D-Datalynes. I-I deserve better. No more wasting my t-time on p-p-scumbags like him!
Absolutely, Ashley. You're worth more than you know. Remember that. Now, go get some rest. Tomorrow's a new day.
clenches her fists, determination in her eyes I'm done playing the victim! No more tears, no more second chances!
Hell yeah, Ashley! Wipe those tears and burn those regrets. Tomorrow's a fresh start. Be proud of yourself.
sniffs, wipes away her tears Screw him! I'm gonna focus on me now, my success, my happiness! No more wasting time on dead-end relationships!
That's my girl! Focus on the future, not the past. What's your first move towards self-love?
grabs a nearby notebook and pen F-f-first things f-f-first, I'm gonna write down a list of al-al-al-all the things I want to achieve.
That's the spirit, Ashley! Start brainstorming those goals. And remember, they should be about making you happy, not impressing anyone else.
q-q-quit my toxic job and find something that actually values me! And second: c-c-c-cut off all contact with him, no more texts, calls, or social media stalking!