Going into AC2010 I was holding on to regrets for things that I had done since I became a furry (20 August 2008) while also piling on things I did before. On Monday I decided to let that all go. I never knew it would be as simple as sending a tweet.

I've felt a lot better since. My confidence has risen greatly. My anger has largely subsided. I no longer have an urge to do things completely out of the ordinary to make a statement or have the constant desire to seek everyone's approval. I am more proud of who I am, even though I might not be the coolest thing ever.

I've made a lot of mistakes, but I can't let them continue to bother me if I have any hope of advancing. If I do, it will only build up fear, and that will only prevent me from taking chances and finding opportunities.

I thought I could stay motivated by holding on, but that was the very thing that was holding me back, so I decided to let go. Now I can change myself for the better. Now I can pick up the pieces and build a better anthroguy, and I can finally focus on what's actually important.