"Style and fashion can often be made to feel like a sea of right or wrongs, and that's just not possible when expressing yourself."

"First, tell the other person that you want them to be happy. You're not lying. Say it with your teeth clenched through a forced smile..."

"Life is already complicated enough, why does cleaning my skin have to be?"

"As we've gotten older I've learned to appreciate your evolution while understanding there's some stuff I might not ever like."

"Going back to retail was the last thing I wanted to do, but it gave me the flexibility and support I needed to work towards the career..."

"The few times I trusted myself , I instantly felt lighter and insignificant (in the best way). I could breathe easier."