Hi Aiyana,

Thank you for sharing your truth with us. You sound like a wise and accomplished young woman! I especially appreciate you stating that you don’t have to change for anyone. I too, am shy, but I also struggle severely from anxiety and social anxiety. I have had a pretty turbulant life and am still in the process of healing.

I also share a passion for writing and traveling. I am an artist at heart and I am struggling to find ways to turn my dreams in to a reality. Your post reminded me to focus on discovering my purpose in life. It has been hard to focus though. I seem to have encountered a lot of obstacles along the way and can’t seem to always hold on to my faith, despite how hard I try.

I appreciate you for your bravery in sharing who you are. I admire your confidence and wish you the very best in the decades to come.