Woke up and realized...
20 months ago
People are going to sneer and judge and say snarky things no matter what, therefore why should I allow them to make me feel any less secure? I think the fact that they do this is a testament to their insecurity, not mine.
Thank you to everyone who encouraged me in this, and also (perhaps even moreso) to those who took the time to write in-depth explanations as to why they feel this way (including and especially the PMs which were meant to hurt; these actually give a better view into the reasons people do what they do than any amount of explanations could).
I stand taller as I walk without fear, knowing it is a testament to my Faith that I am singled out and yet remain steadfast.
I shall cower no more.
