Here are some life lessons, along with some harmful beliefs that I internalized over the course of my youth. These lessons came largely from the real or perceived teachings (you decide) of Evangelical Christianity. Before you make assumptions: I am not an atheist and do not believe organized religion is inherently bad. I am merely a person who has experienced a slew of health issues, ones that have brought a series of hospitalizations that carried over from the age of 13 up until my early twenties. This is not a dig at faith, at least not in the way you think. If you happen to know me (or even if you don't) you may wonder why I am putting these words out in this way. You see, I only recently have come to find peace and happiness in my life. After reflecting on my youth and revisiting old journals, I came to realize some things. These beliefs I upheld--whether accurately or properly received from Christian messages-- aided in my chronic anxiety, eating disorders, and later, a drug ...
words from an adolescent heart