Be the one who makes it happen

An event, a connection, a compliment, an invitation, an experience. Just go ahead and assume it isn't going to happen unless you do it yourself.

You can complain that nobody wants to start a conversation with you, nobody invites you out, nobody ever gives you any compliments, or you can acknowledge the fact that if that's something you want, you're going to have to be the person who makes it happen. It sucks, but does it really? It would feel much better being the person who makes it happen than if it happened to you.

Be the one who takes life by the balls. Take risks. Speak your mind. Ask out your crush. In this moment, this is the only moment you're ever going to have again of reading a random internet stranger's slightly edgy yet relatable writing for the first time, and it's like that with every present moment that comes after this, so why not live in accordance with your true desires.

There's no need to feel ashamed, and some people will try to shame you. Go after it unapologetically. Take ownership of your life. Take ownership of what you want.

Enjoy the journey.