Firstly, my spending habits were dominant. Money became a double-edged sword for my mental health, that I am going to put it to the side. Society and media filled my head with so many choices that it made me feel wealthier than I actually am. To me, pointing this out feels liberating, as it shows the potential I have to control my finances. Secondly, I overrelied on others. I became too dependent on people's positive feedback. I have a hard time making my own decisions sometimes when put under a lot of pressure. A part of growing up in my opinion is learning how not to let things get to you. It may be difficult at the beginning, but it's a skill just like anything else. Taking ownership also means taking responsibility. For me, independence is something to embrace. That's not to say that things will be okay as a one man army, but it'll strengthen my confidence in the long run. This post may not be as light-hearted as most of my other ones, but that's okay. The big picture to look at here is that if you're content, do what you can to improve.