I have no regrets because I know my heart was pure. Every word I spoke, every effort I gave, and every love I shared came from a place of sincerity. Even if things didn’t go as I hoped, even if people walked away or failed to appreciate what I gave, I can still stand tall knowing I was real. I won’t let disappointment turn me bitter because I’d rather have a heart that was genuine than one that was guarded by regret.
Some people may never understand the depth of my intentions, and that’s okay. I don’t need validation to know that I loved honestly, cared deeply, and gave without expecting anything in return. At the end of the day, peace comes not from what I received but from knowing I stayed true to who I am. I’d rather walk away with nothing but a pure heart than carry the weight of a love that was never real.
— Balt Rodriguez
