ellynandroid: I used to think that the only way for me to be liked or respected by anyone required two things: a) looking like a supermodel and b) lying, which I did a lot. Seriously, I was the a compulsive liar.
Then one day I realised I was pretty awesome and didn't need to make shit up and have an eating disorder to be happy. Woo! Best stuff to be wrong about.
I think you're lying.
Azilut: I used to think that the bullies who picked on me in school were just morons who resented my intelligence. Since then, I've learned a lot about where they were coming from as human beings, and without getting into the details, I've been able to make my peace with them, both in my own heart and face-to-face. I even went with one of my former bullies to the opera, and in a world where a nerd and his bully can enjoy opera together, anything is possible.
That's awesome that you were able to do that!