man dude man

That's what I've been doing anyway... But I still have always had a lot of trouble with self-confidence... So I never really have ever tried to stand up for my beliefs, likes, religious views, etc...

I know what you mean. I used to have a place in my mind that told me to just stay sheltered, I didnt need to talk to anyone else, I didnt want to talk to anyone else, and that I was far to busy with staying in my own head. It's up to you to speak up for yourself in the end, and know when you have the right friends speaking up for you on your behalf for the right reasons.

I guess, but I still just have such a problem with it... And I am still quite far from being able to do so... :/ Also, I like your new name and pic there, is that your OC?