Don't let you down.

There will always be someone putting you down. It could be a friend, crush, a family member, a cat. Sometimes you will feel like a Shane Dawson book. (Sorry Shane. However, if you do end up reading this for some odd reason, I would like to say I love your honesty and openness to the public about your life. It's all extremely relatable. Also, I read your books to a playlist filled with 90's music on Spotify. It gives an extra zazz.) (If you haven't read a Shane Dawson book or checked out his youtube channel(s), you should. Especially if you're reading self-help blogs.) I have tried to live my adult life based on a couple theories found on random Facebook pages as well as movies and books that have been engraved in my memory which are going to be revieled...now:

1. How will this issue effect you in the future?
Will it still be a problem in 5 years? Will it be a problem in even 1 year? If not, you shouldn't dwell on it. Most things can be fixed within a year. You can lose at least 75 pounds if you are loyal to your diet and workout plan. Are you failing a class? Well, get your ass to the library and study. Have a group studying session, get a tutor, talk to your professor or substitute teacher, whatever. Do what you need to do and get over it. Calm down, drink some water (or Mike's Strawberry Margarita "Cold. Hard. Refreshing), take a few deep breaths. Stop whining if you're not doing anything to try to fix it.

2. No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.
Princess Diaries anyone? No? Well maybe you've heard this quote from a museum tour guide talking about Eleanor Roosevelt. Honestly, don't let anyone tell you who you should be or what you should believe them. You are who you are and you're a unique little thing. Or big thing. Don't be too cocky. Or do, whatever floats your boat. Or goat.

3. Don't let negative, toxic people be a part of your life.
This can be for anyone, even family members. You might not want to cut the tie altogether but at least keep them at a distance. If you are trying to fix yourself and be content with you who are as a person and they can't be supportive of your decisions or accept your opinions and they are just a negative influence, then don't let them have an effect on your life. Don't talk to them for a while and when you do, keep up your guard and try to keep it a civil, enjoyable, short experience. Most 20-somethings are in a quarter life crisis, especially for Millienials. They are trying to figure out a plan and a way into society, most without help from parents or financial aid. Anxiety and depression is now a trend for the generation and so much is expected. Remember that it won't happen right away but with the right group of friends, right attitude and determination, you'll be successful in whatever dream you're trying to chase.

Change the world by changing your outlook on it.