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[xnatalyax]

As long as I could remember I have cared what people think of me. Back when I was in high school I tried to act like I didn’t care what people thought of me but I always really did. I remember I would be the kid that wore the grungy Metallica shirts and baggy pants in the middle of my honors classes, thinking “I am going against the crowd and who

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[fierceremorse]

It's difficult sometime to share our faith with others and not feel hurt when what we share is rejected. My faith is so important and so personal that I'm very protective of it. When I first started going back to church I wanted to tell everyone I met how happy I was and what a difference it had made in my life and what others could or should be doing to feel the influence of the Gospel in their lives. According to a few of my close friends that didn't feel the same way though, I had become patronizing and self-righteous. Even my sister turned away from me for a while. I was devastated and very hurt and it wasn't my intention to be judgmental or haughty. I didn't see it in myself. It was very humbling. I made some changes though and although I will always come across those that will be antagonistic and contentious regardless of the situation I have learned a few things. The best way to lead and teach is by example. This is how Christ taught. Actions speak louder than words. Also it is not for us to judge. Judgment is the