No matter how old we are, we are always going to come across people that want to stir things up in our lives. People say that high school isn't forever, but that type of drama never ends. Regardless of what the others around us do, I think we can manage what kind of drama we allow to affect us.

Recently, I have decided to cut all drama from my life. Whether this means patching up old relationships or just cutting out the toxicity, it has helped me tremendously. Here's how:

I am now more focused on myself. I am able to figure out what I need to work on as an individual to be better. I am always striving to be a better version of myself.

I am more focused on the things that really matter in my life, like my family and my school work. I have been able to get organized and become more involved at school and work. Believe it or not, cutting drama out creates a less stressful environment.

I am becoming a more understanding and relatable person. People seem to want to be around me more.

I have turned my negative attitude into a positive one. This was a tremendous help in my mission to change as a person this summer.

I have forgiven myself for my wrong-doings, and others have, too. Everyone has their ups and downs in life. By walking away from the bad things and putting them behind you, it's like a fresh start.

My advice to everyone is to cut drama out of your life. Stop letting other people define you. Make your life what you want it to be, and don't let anyone get in your way. It's a life changing decision, and it will change your life for the better. Trust me.