Better…

I do not care if "studies" say diet or regular soda is "better" (whatever that means) — I do not want either in my body.

I do not care what taste buds or traditions or televisions are calling for — I do not buy chips and cereal and candy and related items because I do not want them in my body.

I do not inherently believe what "experts" or articles or advertisements say is "healthy" because I know and care far more about myself and my health than they do; and, everyone has agendas, and [ my / your ] best interests and optimal well-being are rarely incentivized or top priorities.

I am and will be responsible for my actions and inactions and their outcomes, for better and worse. I know who I am and am not and that whoever I am is always being influenced by outside factors. I will pay attention and weigh situations and make decisions and changes over time. Living that way is a genuine existence and I will live as genuinely as I can — which means not always how I am told.

The world wants to tell or sell or make you something or take things away. Learn about and think for yourself. Act on your individuality and instincts. Be your best advocate and strongest supporter. Own that reality and who you are.

March 2022