For years I suffered deep emotional and physical trauma. I had a sense of not belonging and total awkwardness. Everything used to go wrong for me, I was a victim. I was in the deepest depths of sadness. There were times when I attempted to take life. Now I know that this life is my gift, it is my chance, it is my birthright! It was given to me, and no one else.

I was first introduced to The Secret back in middle school by a teacher. I bought the book and I watched the movie. It took some time to change and become happy, and now everything is simply perfect. I don’t have to let anyone else control me. I am aware that I am in charge and what I allow myself to absorb is what I feel. What I allow myself to believe is what I receive.

I needed a new car and I didn’t worry about ‘how’ or ‘where’ the money would come from. My focus was that I was getting to own a new car and I got it! My friends betrayed me but I did not worry. I claimed that positive people would surround me, and of course, I took inspired action as well. I attracted new, great people with goals! I had trouble getting into college due to financial reasons but I was patient because I knew I had a purpose and it would come to me. Now I am enrolled full time and with a free ride! My family has changed concerning their attitudes towards gratitude. My dad finally got a new job that benefits his health needs.

I am a poster child for change, and I am proud to say that life is too short to struggle, and the only person that created my happiness is myself! I love life now, it does not matter what my background was, that is past, what matters now. I honestly love myself, and anytime negativity is around me, I have learned how to tune it out. I have trained myself to go on autofocus to focus on what I want.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Whom ever reads this may the joy be with you as well!