Unfortunately, my newfound confidence didn't come without its setbacks. There were still times when I felt like I was drowning in self-doubt, and there were still people who tried to bring me down. But instead of letting them get the best of me, I used their negativity as fuel to propel me forward. As the weeks and months went by, I continued to grow stronger and more confident. I made new friends, joined clubs, and even tried out for the school play. And while things weren't always easy, I knew that I was on the right track. I was no longer the monster I once believed myself to be. I was a hero in the making.