Forget the bad things that have happened in the past, you take it in stride and learn to view them as obstacles which helped me to grow from my many mistakes and disappointments in life. A lesson learned is always to be taken positively as I struggled through those dark times, I felt isolated, alone, and most of all ashamed because of the way my life had turned out. However, the outcome through persistence and hard work I was determined to make the change that was so needed it's not always the easiest thing to do but know this you can do anything you set your mind to.
We only get this opportunity once in our lifetime to display the many gifts and talents that we are created and designed with to make a difference in the world in which we live and in the lives of others. I can't live your life for you, but I pray and hope that by sharing my story it will help you to understand and know that you are not alone. So, keep Preserving yourself to go all the way don't quit and never give up because there is a purpose for being here. But it takes an I CAN DO THIS ATTITUDE! and you will accomplish your dreams and goals in life. Keep believing in yourself and Make Peace with the Past.