If you stand for nothing, you'll fall for anything.

It's hard to change when other people won't let you. You try to be a nice person. You try not to be so dramatic. You grow up. But people constantly remind you of who you used to be. They constantly call you names that you once favored and now cringe at. The way I look at it, everyone should have a backbone. Stand up for yourself. Defend those you love. Have a kind heart and always appreciate life. It's not always sugar-coated and everyone needs a little spice.  Life is too short to surround yourself with people who constantly bring you down when you're trying your best to build yourself back up. Positivity and support is the key.