One rule

The number one rule I have for myself is do not change for anyone. I abide by this rule because I believe one is not happy when they are not themselves. It is better to be hated than loved for something I am not. No one should have to sacrifice who they are just because someone else has a problem with it. I once read a quote that said "Take me as I am or watch me as I go." This quote sticks with me because if someone does not like who I am, then I do not need them to be a part of my life. I should not change for anyone who didn't change for me. If they were not there for me in the beginning, They will not be here for me now. In the end it is better to be myself more than anyone else because I have people who love and accepts me as I am and I do not need people who do not.