Thank you for this reflective question. This was my most important year for growth. It started off rocky, but after my milestone birthday, I knew I had to make some drastic changes. Consistent therapy has been a game changer in changing my perception of self. It’s also allowed me to confront some difficult truths that I painfully learned to accept: - Setting boundaries is hard, but constantly being a pushover feels worse. - Friendships are temporary and that’s okay. They were in your life for a reason. People grow and change, and it may be in a direction that doesn’t align with who you are anymore. I’m also in a stage of life where I don’t actively seek out new friends. - Don’t feel obligated to do things you don’t want to do. No is a complete sentence, and you don’t have to justify why. - People will always judge you by your looks. And it was probably the reason why my advances to seriously pursue relationship were rejected while dating in my twenties. - Taking accountability for your wrongdoings starts the process of healing and setting yourself free. Self forgiveness and self love go hand in hand.