You are who your friends are

So I always thought everyone is there own person and no matter what, you are who you are. I honestly think its still true in a way, but I have also discovered that your friends affect your personality. For example, when I was an University student I was always happy going, fun loving Liz. I rarely struggled with a good time. I thought this was just my personality, until I moved to South Korea. When I first got here I was the same person. I just always wanted to have fun, but then after a few months, I changed. I was friends with people who were different from my friends back home and I kinda changed to be like my new friends. I didn't change completely, but I definitely wasn't the same. I would say looking back at the past few months I haven't quite been myself and I didn't know why until now. My friend Jamie moved to Korea a few days ago, and I went right back to my old self. Even though I am going through a difficult time right now, I feel more like myself and I am happier. Even my coworkers made a comment about it the other day. They told me I have an inner light that is shining through me. I feel like I am doing a better job at work and I just feel better.

Which is a really weird feeling for me. As I said earlier, I am going through a hard time with my big brother being away. I really miss him and it's hard for me knowing that there is not that family member watching over me. Luckily Jamie has been an outstanding friend, so supportive and so very helpful. Even both of my ex-boyfriends here, have been so kind. I feel lucky that I have a support group for my troubles.

My mom always told me water seeks it's own level. After these past few days, I feel good knowing that the people in my life are at my level, and it's a good place to be.