I have been the kind of person that has never wanted to worry others. I have always tried to be self-sufficient and not burden others with my mistakes, fears, insecurities and the things that I lacked. No one ever wants to be defined by their weaknesses.
I think a part of my mentality was that people would lose respect for me or love me less if they knew this or that about me. The truth is that I'm just like anyone else. I'm not perfect, I've had my ups and downs in life. I have had many disappointments.
But I'm still here. I'm still standing. I still believe in myself. And I will keep on believing in myself until I die.
God created me for a purpose, and I know that He will help guide me to be the person I'm meant to be - no matter how long it takes. I've had so many wonderful opportunities to travel and be of service and do good for others. I look forward to more opportunities to just keep bettering myself.
I think the start is acknowledging the areas of my life I've struggled with, figuring out where I need to go outside of my comfort zone, overcoming my fears and insecurities and not letting myself repeat the same mistakes. Self-reflection is a gift, but really implementing the changes is the hardest part.
I know that I can do this, and I know that God is on my side.
