God gives us the power to live

You're not a burden or an accident. Stop hiding.

For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. (2 Timothy 1:7)

I am a people pleaser. The first step in recovery is admitting it, right? Over the years, as my confidence has grown, my relationships have changed. I approach people with a different attitude now.

I used to need validation from the people in m…