“look at life through the windshield, not the rear-view mirror”

I am a contradiction.

I keep my guard up, yet I'm vulnerable.

I have a deep belief in forgiveness, but still break down in tears because of anger.

I want to move away, yet I can't imagine leaving.

I'm moving forward, while I still dwell on the past.

I'm finding happiness, yet I sabotage that happiness.

I ride an emotional roller coaster on a daily basis, but I'm stronger than I've ever been.

Starting today, I will create my own happiness.

I will never apologize for being myself

... or for someone else's mistakes.

Starting today, I will believe people's actions, not their words.

I will believe what I know in my heart to be true,

and I refuse to be a pushover.

Starting today, I will be a great friend to those who deserve it,

... and forget about those who are selfish, pathological liars.

Starting today, I will know and believe that I'm a good person.

I refuse to cry one more tear over those who won't cry over me,

and I will put my whole heart into healthy relationships.

Starting today, I will be both strong and emotional.
I will laugh without reservation, love without holding back,
and cry freely if my emotions move me to tears.

Starting today, I will learn from my mistakes,
move on with my life instead of dwelling on the past,
and let God deal with the mistakes of others.