Dear Aida,

One of the quiet truths of adulthood is this:
Not everyone should be allowed into the inner circle of your life.

You will meet many people — kind ones, difficult ones, impressive ones, broken ones, charming ones, dangerous ones, inspiring ones. Some will feel familiar immediately. Others will confuse you. A few will awaken something deep and unexpected. And many, many more will pass through your days like shadows at dusk — present, but not meant to stay.

The question is not whether people enter your life.
The question is who you choose to let close.

Closeness is not accidental.
Closeness is permission.
Closeness is access to your mind, your emotions, your time, your vulnerabilities, and your future.