As I close 2025 in a much better position than where I was in years past. It is with much gratitude that I am where I am today. I learned that not obeying the rules can have consequences. This taught me the need to have personal discipline. That realization was a big game changer. I learned that I can be better at handling my own. I can live my life as a person who can truly be independent.

Granted when I am well, I can be a rule follower completely. I understand that not following rules of having discipline can have its consequences. Throughout the years I have understood that completely. Part of that was having flawed thoughts about what I can do versus what I couldn’t. I had to learn to accept life as it was. I realized that I was perfectly made just the way that was intended for me.

Earlier this year I concluded that I was fine with needing the necessary things to be successful. The tools that were provided to me made me just fine the way that I was. I realized that my past actions were unsuccessful. No matter how I looked at it, I needed to let that practice go. It was mostly because it went against the rules and expectations I held myself to. I also had to understand that not doing so impaired my ability to adhere to the rules. I didn’t fully understand the consequences until it became too late. Now I know living independently means being responsible for my actions. There are things I must do to ensure that is maintained. It is without question that I must follow through with what is ordered, no matter what, because it works.

Understanding rules and expectations leads to a well-ordered life. Achieving success and attaining the best quality of life are possible. I know that I can do great things. I am always my best when I do what I need to do. This happens when I obey the rules and expectations I set for myself. Not ignoring them can be quite consequential. It can make things worse for me and those around me. It can bring concern and that is something that I do not want to make things a point of discussing. If I follow the rules, then the need to approach things that are of concern are nearly nil. I had to learn to let go of what I had long believed. I understood that those thoughts were flawed. I finally realized that things are what they are for a reason. We follow rules and expectations for a reason.

I now know why we do the things we do. That alone is a great understanding of knowledge. It takes understanding that there are rules and regulations in the world. Along with these rules, expectations exist. They can go a long way in making sure that life is well-regulated and successful. It is important to understand that rules and expectations are significant. When I do not obey them, consequences can happen. It is important to me that they do not happen. I understand that the consequences can be really bad if they occur instead of obeying the rule or expectation.