[celim307]

That I should stop being concerned with people who don’t give a shit if I live or die. That impressing “cool” people is childish and instead to find the genuine people who care about me and invest in those relationships.

I used to be in a social circle that felt cliquey and revolving around status, and would have panic attacks because I never felt emotionally safe and never felt like I had a true loving base.

Once I made a point to be positive, polite, respect boundaries and ignore trying to be something I’m not, I became a more empathetic, optimistic, and fun person.

I put out good energy, appreciate those who return it, and don’t sweat those who don’t.

Getting older was a big part of it and surrounding myself with people who value hard work and empathy.