[Rogozhin]

I used to be depressed because I cared too much about what others thought of me. I was always trying to please everyone, bending over backwards only to be hurt when people didn't reciprocate. Now I do as I please (within reasonable bounds - I haven't totally thrown away my manners), serving my own best interests first and not care if people think I'm uncool or rude. I no longer put my happiness at the mercy of others and I'm finding I'm a lot happier these days. When I encounter obnoxious people, my focus is well away from them so I remain content. I think it's a major turning point in my life.