The reason I don't want anyone to control me is not because I want to be in control. I don't want anyone to control me because I don't want anyone to control anyone.

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Ignore all hatred and criticism. Live for what you create, and die protecting it.

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For being different, it’s easy. But to be unique, it’s a complicated thing.

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Bare your struggles very close to your heart and have them be a part of you that you’re proud of instead of something that you’re ashamed of.

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Even if the whole world turns their back on you, you will always have yourself.

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I feel like if you're a really good human being, you can try to find something beautiful in every single person, no matter what.

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I do not accept any less than someone just as real, as fabulous!

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Acceptance, tolerance, bravery, compassion. These are the things my mom taught me!

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We need fantasy to survive because reality is too difficult.

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You have to be unique, and different, and shine in your own way.

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