I can genuinely see a much happier you these days, and it makes me happy. I've been trying to follow the same path, and honestly I've found that the more I allow myself to be Genuine Me, the more people actually DO like who I am, instead of finding me abrasive because I'm abrading against myself.
I love this for you as well. What I'm learning is that human beings, no matter who they are, can pick up on so much of your energy. If you're at war with yourself, there's something in the eyes. People sense the chaos and it's not pleasant. But when you're at peace? The opposite message is sent.
When you like yourself and you're living with joy, you can't hide if you try. It makes you like people more. I give out more compliments randomly to strangers these days. I hug my friends more. It's all the small things you can do that are magical when you're battling your own soul.
I love these posts, and, you