I have a few pet peeves but nothing gets me more then when people use their "hard life" as a excuse for why they are not excelling, changing or simply becoming a better person.

Nowadays, it is rare if you find someone who had a perfect life growing up; every person has been through some heartache and or confusion. Sure some had it worse then others but that is no excuse for not attempting to better yourself.

Here are five reasons to change:

1. Yourself

Why hold yourself back and dwell on the past? Change. Change to make life better for yourself, you could dwell on the past or you can use it as fire to ignite a new beginning!

2. Loved ones

No one wants to see you stuck on the past, sad, upset and feeling hopeless. Change for the ones who love you and want to see you shine.

3. New day

Everyday is a new day. Forget about the past; I know it is hard, but you can do it!

4. Strength

Nothing will make you a better or stronger person then overcoming your challenges you faced.

5. Fresh start

Give yourself a new beginning, a better life and a fresh start. Nothing says change like throwing the past away!

In my opinion, it should not matter what happened in life before today. You should use that hard time you once went through to better yourself and the life you want. Do not let it hold you down, you are only hurting yourself and those around you.