“But then I had long mistaken being spoiled for being strong, being defiant for being independent, being reckless for being brave.”
“When will being independent and strong and not following the pack and daring to be different and being brave in my opinions, my fashion choices and my hair colour be enough?”
“Being brave isn't not being afraid. Being brave is being afraid and going ahead and doing what you have to do.”
“Fearless is not about being reckless; fearless is about being instinctive.”
“Being strong is not the same as being a strong being. I should know because cowardice runs in my family, as I always run from my fears.”
“Strong and independent? I’m neither. I’m just being pushed along by reality, whether I like it or not.”