Since I was 7 I have always been very pessimistic, meaning I always see the worst in things rather than the better. This is not a good thing and many people have pointed this out to me. The reason for this is at the beginning at the summer holidays I went to my friends ice skating party. Little me thinking after 15 minutes that I was a pro, let go of the railing and skated across the ice. Bad idea, very bad idea. Basically I broke my leg (I'll save you the gory details) and had to spend the night in hospital. I hated it, I cried so much I just really did not want to be away from home. I'm always happiest at home. The only silver lining was that we had missed dinner time so my dad and sister were allowed to bring me a Dominoes but I didn't eat a single bit because I felt so sick.
Anyway! My nurse told 'always expect the worst then you will never be disappointed' this was honestly the worst advice that I've ever been given and it has stuck with me the rest of my life. I do see the logic in it but you can't live your life always expecting bad things to happen, it's no way to live! I followed that advice for so long and lived with fear of taking risks and stepping out of my comfort zone. I still do some days but I'm trying.
The point I'm trying to make is take life in your hands and go with it wherever you want to go! It's your life not anyone else's so do what you like. (To some extent, don't be stupid) Saying this as the 14 year old is a bit ironic considering I can't just pick up and go but I can start taking a few more risks!
Wish me luck!
