A Fear I've Overcome

 



I think I've largely gotten over my fear of being judged negatively by others. Obviously, the opinions of certain people still matter to me, but I've matured beyond the need to be perceived favorably by strangers. It doesn't really matter to me anymore. I've learned that one's own perception of themselves is what matters most since regardless of how many people you meet in life, you're guaranteed to die alone. It seems kind of pointless to obsess over something which is largely above your realm of influence like the hearts and minds of others. They either get you or they don't. That simple.

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