#ReentryReady- Day 5

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What is the biggest difference you see in yourself? 

I don’t really know. I would say I’m more like me than before. I’ve learned a lot about myself and accepted almost all of it. I’ve believed more in myself, accepted my weakness and my talents, and also accepted all the help I can get. 
Also, my hair is longer, I’ve lost some weight, I’m gluten free and sugar free most of the time, and enjoy not wearing a lot of make up anymore. I pray more, enjoy being alone and don’t try to make everyone happy. I’m less afraid of saying what I think and also have learned to have crucial conversations without freaking out. I would summarize it saying that I realized I don’t need to fit  in any “personality type” box, and now I enjoy being myself, even if it drives me crazy at times. 



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