Reason A Season Or A Lifetime Poem

We've all heard it. The saying. The mantra. The… well, you know: “People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.”

Sounds deep, right? Like something you'd find embroidered on a throw pillow in a yoga studio. But let's be honest, sometimes I think it's just… convenient.

The "Reason" Ruse

Okay, the "reason" people are the easiest to identify. They teach you something. Maybe how to parallel park. Or, you know, the difference between a Merlot and a Cabernet.

But here's my controversial opinion: sometimes the "reason" is just that they were there. Like the barista who always remembers your complicated coffee order. Is that a life lesson? I'm not so sure.

Maybe, just maybe, they’re there because the universe needed someone to make you a decent latte that morning.

Seasonal Shenanigans

Ah, the "season" people. They are the summer flings of friendships. Intense, exciting, and gone before you can say "pumpkin spice latte."

These are the college roommates, the vacation buddies, the people you bonded with over a shared hatred of that one awful Zumba class. They served their purpose!

But I often wonder, is every fading friendship just a "season"? Or did we just forget to text back after that initial burst of enthusiasm?

Maybe some friendships just… fizzle. Like a forgotten bottle of soda. It happens.

The Lifetime Lie?

And then there are the "lifetime" people. Supposedly, these are the ones who are ride-or-die. The family you're born with, the friends who know all your secrets, the chosen family that sticks around no matter what.

But even "lifetime" friendships require effort. And sometimes, life throws curveballs that make even the strongest bonds fray.

Let's be real. Sometimes, "lifetime" becomes "we used to be really close," which is sad, but true. And that's okay too.

My Unpopular Opinion

Here it is: I think this whole "reason, season, or lifetime" thing is a bit of a cop-out.

It's a neat little box to shove people into when relationships change. It's a way to justify ghosting, drifting apart, or simply not putting in the work.

Maybe some people are just… people. They come and go. They make an impact, big or small. And then, for whatever reason (or season!), they move on. And maybe that's enough.

I'm not saying dismiss meaningful connections. But perhaps we should ditch the labels and embrace the messy, unpredictable nature of human relationships.

Because, let's face it, life isn't a perfectly curated Instagram feed. It's a chaotic, beautiful, and sometimes utterly baffling journey. And the people we meet along the way, well, they're just part of the adventure.

So, the next time you find yourself pondering whether someone is a reason, a season, or a lifetime, maybe just focus on enjoying the moment. And try not to overthink it. You might just surprise yourself.

And if they leave? Well, at least you got a good story out of it.