For years, I've grown up thinking that I was scum of the earth. Undeserving of any sympathy or a chance to even grow in life. It was due to the fact that I've hurt others along the way towards my own path of self interest. Growing up autistic, I feel like a part of me will always mask who I am on the internet, no matter how deep these actions were. Because I've been so isolated growing up, I've learnt that the only way to grow is to go with the flow. This article talks about self-forgiveness exclusively, because I feel like it's important for me and others to recognize the fact that no matter what sort of things you've gone through, if you want to become a better person, and on the path to doing so, you deserve a second chance in life. Part of the reason why I wanted to make this website in the first place was to allow myself to freely speak my mind without anyone stopping me. To allow me to unmask. To share my thoughts without the fear of being judged or having to censor them. Recently, I've had to distance myself from a handful of 'friends'. They broke me first however, as they were the ones to distance me in the first place. However, knowing that they don't want to be a part of their plans lets me know how much they value me- nada. I don't think I have to change who I am just to see them again.