There are people that depend on others to be happy. That can be a dangerous game as people’s feelings, interests, tastes, always change. This is another reason break out from your shell and be yourself. I have molded myself into what people wanted and expected of me. For a while, I did not even notice I would do this. Over enough time though, you will realize that this is not who you are or how you want to live. If you can be brave enough to be truly authentic as early as possible in your life, I feel that will set you up for success the fastest. Writing these posts for me is releasing the hurt, shame, guilt, and making me even stronger. I wanted to let everyone know you can be hurting, but you do not ever have to feel defeated. If you want to make a change and feel something different, then go ahead and do it. Time is short. If you are currently happy where things are in your life, then it sounds like you have reached the peace stage. I desire being at peace and just enjoying everything around me. Anyone that tries to make your life more difficult or has problems with you please feel free to ditch the bitch. I have built my strength removing some people from my life that were having a negative effect on me. It can be hard to do this depending on the relationship you have, but it will feel like a burden is gone after you cut ties. I felt broken up and did not understand why I had to cut ties with certain people in my life, but I knew that if I allowed them to stay in my life, I would be the one suffering. At the end of the day, we need to be able to live and enjoy being with ourselves. If you do not understand yourself or how you think, then it can be an extraordinarily long life of frustration. I love as an adult now to think of all the moments as a kid where you felt true joy. That is when I know I felt the happiest and was excited to do something new each day. I like to hope that everyone can get back to that feeling sometimes and realize how wonderful things can be, if you want them to be. You can argue and say you need money, or the right genes, or the right luck, but having a solid foundation and mindset will do wonders for your life. It can totally change how you view the things going on and bring in even more positive things. I feel a narcissistic energy in the air from time to time but feel good in being who you are. Feel good in bringing joy to other people and letting them know no one is alone. When you are struggling and want to give up that is when you are being tested. Take a deep breath, look around you, and understand I am still here. Life can win the round, but you will win the fight.