 Jimmy Ruffin’s timeless song “What Becomes of the Brokenhearted” speaks to something we’ve all felt at one point in our lives: heartbreak, loss, disappointment, and the question of what comes next. The truth is, every one of us has walked through hardship. We’ve faced moments that could have stopped us in our tracks. But the real power lies in how we choose to move forward. When life breaks you down, you stand at a crossroads. You can stay in the shadow of what happened, or you can decide to create your own light. That’s the beauty of being human: you have the ability to write your own story. You are the only person you can truly change. So start with you. Don’t wait for someone else to give you permission or approval. Take the leap. Try something new. Take that risk you’ve been holding back from. You’ll be amazed at how strong you really are when you stop letting fear hold the pen to your story. Your future is yours to shape. It doesn’t matter what you’ve gone through; it matters where you’re going. Every small step you take toward growth is a step away from the pain that tried to define you. Focus on your vision, your goals, your passions. Lead by example. When you choose to rise, you show others that they can too. Your courage inspires courage. Your resilience becomes a spark for someone else who might feel stuck in their own heartbreak. Hardships will always be part of life, but they shouldn’t define it. Let Ruffin’s song remind us of the universal truth: we all hurt, but we also all heal. The journey of the brokenhearted is not just about surviving, it’s about choosing to thrive, to reinvent, and to live boldly. So, what becomes of the brokenhearted? They become trailblazers. Dreamers. Doers. Leaders.They become examples of what’s possible when you choose to keep going. Cheerfully yours, Michelle Puzzo, Executive Director 860-430-4557 or info@urcommunitycares.org  ©2025 UR Community Cares, Inc. | 153 Spruce Street, Manchester, CT |
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