How to Prove You're a Changed Person
Changing is not an easy process, and once you've accomplished it, you want the whole world to know it. However, depending on the reason for it, it may be hard for people to believe that you've actually made a real change in your life. Proving change can be harder than it sounds, particularly if it isn't tangible, such as a decision to be more honest or to be less selfish. Despite the challenges, there are ways to prove you are a changed person.
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Cultivate new routines. For example, if you have resolved to be less selfish, start doing activities outside of yourself, such as volunteering. In most instances, people are more willing to believe in change when they can see if for themselves. Instead of expending energy talking up the change, simply show it through your actions.
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Refrain from being defensive when someone challenges your changes. Only you know what you went through to become a changed person, and you don't have to justify it to anyone else. Instead, simply say "I understand" or "OK" when you are challenged, and let your actions speak for themselves. The more you react and become defensive, the more likely it is that the person questioning you won't believe you.
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Make amends with anyone whom you specifically hurt before you changed. You don't have to apologize to the whole world or continuously defend yourself. However, you should apologize or make amends with those whom you hurt before you changed. For example, if you were less honest and have since resolved to tell the truth, come clean with a close friend or a family member to prove to her and yourself that things are different.
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