Randa
I refuse to think of myself as a victim or to let others take responsibility for my actions. When I got a tattoo (after I turned 18, mind), my father insisted I have it removed because it would cause me problems later in life; I refused, saying that if it did cause problems, that would be my fault and I would take care of it if and when the situation did arise. (Granted, I also wanted to keep the tattoo. But the rest is true too.)
I take karate lessons because I never want to feel like I can't take care of myself, and I never want to be afraid to walk down the street because my appearance might tempt someone to attack me, through no fault of my own. I'm only a purple belt now, but I do love the work.
After an early life spent being a doormat for everyone I considered cooler than me, I finally learned to stand up for myself and am now something of an activist for others. In high school I helped form our very first Peace Studies class, and I participated in the Gay-Straight Alliance once it finally got off the ground; I also attended the World March of Women last year in D.C. and it was one of the most incredible experiences of my life.
I know who I am, what I want out of life, and I'm willing to do what it takes to get it. I don't want anyone supporting me, taking responsibility for me, or paving my way. I want, at the end of my life, to look back and say, "I earned all of it."
That's why I'm a Heartless Bitch.
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