Halfway into my 10th grade year, I really started to change and mature - mostly because that's the period where I realized I was gay. I started to have less of an imposing presence, I guess. By that, I mean I became a bit more reserved when it came to confrontation and opinionated matters, and I became a lot less critical of things. I think I used to attack things and rant about stuff too much, which I'm sure a lot of people here noticed and had to deal with...But now I'm more open (I still hold on to my opinions though LOL) and appreciative. I'd also say I'm more confident, mature, and more reserved in the right areas. When it comes to opinions, now it's not about arguing and more about compassion and respect. I'd say I've become more reserved in a good way!