Can we just take a deep breath and not dwell on our past now?
It's our past for a reason. It does not define who we are now or what we will be in the future.
There's always a reason behind every little action, it's called emotion. When you're compassionate and caring, you will find ways to make life better and simpler for people around you, you become a pioneer. Scary thought, being involved in such charitable causes because you never know who you're offending by doing the right thing.
Nowadays I get triggered by even the slightest hint of getting hurt potentially so I maintain my distance from those who might hurt me. Never have I ever not said what's on my mind to those around me. I am less filtered and more straightforward I have been told. It was barely a scratch on the surface of who I am actually. Nevertheless it was a kind revelation about who I am. Who I will be? Only I know.