How I did it: I think a huge part of this goal had to do with having been bullied. I, and I'm sure a lot of people on here with similar experience will agree with me that, no matter how old you will become, you will never gain your confidence back for the 100%. I've written an entry before on this goal about how a few years back, I actually didn't care that much anymore, but after some lifechanging things, it did matter to me again. I can honestly say I've changed a lot over the past months, and been enjoying myself a lot more. Its fine to be yourself anywhere you go. You can't keep waiting on a sign of approval from everybody, so might as well get over it and don't give a damn! You're ruining your own confidence by worrying about it, and waste too much energy and time on it.

That sounds a bit crude, and easier said than done, but at the bottom line, I feel like that's the truth.

Lessons & tips:

• Stop fussing!
• Surround yourself with healthy, sensible people, who appreciate you.

Resources:

• Friends
• Family
• Most importantly, myself

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May 25, 2012, 02:37PM PDT | 0 comments | 12 cheers