I used to be an intimidated push-over. Now over the past couple of years, I've turned into this VERY opinionated, out-spoken person who isn't going to be intimidated by ANYONE. I stand up for what I believe in even when no one else does, and I am SO passionate about my beliefs. Well that probably sounds great to you, right ? But the thing of it is, I think I have become in some ways a little TOO opinionated. I am always commenting on how if I were so and so, I would do things this way. I feel like I can also be a little judgemental even though I can't stand judgemental people. I mean some things are obviously WRONG, but I mean like with even the little things or the controversial things. I shared this with one lady who said '' So what, at least you have an opinion !'' I guess I want to tone down a little, be a little softer inside, ya know what I mean ?

I think its normal for the pendulum to swing too far to the other side when we are working on something. Its ok. Just practice not giving your opinion on everything. Its ok for you to keep quiet. I heard a saying once... opinions are like rear ends, everyone's got one...lol. But hey, atleast you know what you think!

Reena

OMG i am soooooooo that way right now!!!! Im not liking this......I think I know whats good for people. I'd like to think of it this way....weve been intimidated for so long that when we finally see we can speak up, theres this ball of energy that comes roaring out since its been repressed for so long. I think this is quite normal.

I am working on not alienating people with my opinions...I want to keep and make friends right now and this over assertiveness is coming at the worst time LOL. Anyways...keep your head up

Yeah you're right. We'll find a balance out there. There's a certain '' security '' that comes with not being afraid of standing up to people.