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Today, life gave me a challenging test. I could choose to be mean, mad, cry, or break down, but instead, I poured all my feelings into my diary. Then, I got up, dressed, and went outside wearing bold red and a striking red lip as my way of saying, Bring it on, fate.
I spent time with myself, enjoyed a delicious meal, and bought something special as a reminder of the 29 years I’ve spent in this world. Every year, life has given me challenges, lessons, and experiences that have shaped me into who I am today.
I’m sweet, kind, and loving, but life has taught me that being nice doesn’t always get you what you want. It’s okay to stand up for yourself; it doesn’t make you selfish—it makes you human.
To survive, we must take care of ourselves, because no one else can truly make us happy if we don’t make ourselves happy first.”