In my own life both here and outside the net, I went through what most people would describe a roller-coaster. I had my ups and downs. Mostly downs, but I managed to climb, fight, yell and scream my way up, just to get to the upsides of life. That being said, I was glad I was able to make it near the end of this month. As January goes to a close, I learned a lot of life lessons. Lessons in how to deal with drama, lessons in how to navigate through my life somewhat unscathed, most importantly, lessons on how to not give up on the important things in life. Life has put me through a massive ringer and yet despite how nice or how mean I get after, I am still alive, still standing, still determined to weed through the depths of Hell itself, just to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Someone very special to me told me one of the secrets to doing so. She said the following words:

BE YOU.

So it allowed me to reflect on my own life a little to see what she meant, but then I realized. No matter where I go, no matter what I do, no matter if the world likes me or hates me, the one thing they can't take away is the fact that I'm Me.

A lot of us, often put an image of ourselves that seems cool at first, but all it is, is a mask. Deep down, we are really something most societies don't want us to be. So to blend in and survive regardless of what side of the law you are on, we create an image for ourselves. Me, although I can practice what I preach, I come across as a tough guy, that fights for good causes and doesn't take shit from anyone. However while it has helped me on occasion, part of why I was failing in life, was because it wasn't all me. Deep down, I've always been a lost and lonely little boy, looking for people to accept me for who I am. However, it's not easy when modern worlds try to tell you who you are, rather than ask you who you are.

To all those younger than me, I plead. Don't define yourself with an image alone. Define yourself by being you.

Take care, Stay Safe and Stay Tuned For More.