Hurting People Are Wildcards

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We all have our shortcomings, and we tend to hide these weaknesses out of instinct. Embarrassment. We hope that no one will pull at a loose thread and unravel the pretty curtain covering our true form. But in my experience, some flaws can actually be responsible for beautiful character traits.

I’ve personally known all kinds of flawed characters: Alchoholics, chronically-depressed teens, abusive parents, abusive…