Strong and Independent

I really don't understand people. Sometimes when I think I do, I really don't.
I don't understand how some people could be so easy....so vulnerable, so simple to give into pressures. I just simply don't understand it.
My Dad always raised me to be a strong person. To not let people walk all over me, and I thank him for that.
I don't find it hard to stand up for the things I believe in, I really don't.
I don't find it hard to say no, when someone asks me a ridiculous request.
And, yes, I know not everyone is like me, I'm aware of this. But, really, it's not that hard to say no.
I believe if you truly love somebody, you'll do anything for them. Even if it means change.
But change is just not simple for some people. Some people are so stubborn, and they love the life they live so much, that they won't give it up for anyone. Not even someone they love.
Even when they know the life their living in, will only destroy them later on in life.
People these days are just so...hard-headed. And, Sure. Ask anyone, I'm a very hard-headed person, but not to the point were I refuse to change for someone I love. That's simple for me.
But, on the other hand, that's just the kind of person I am. I'm very loyal. Maybe even too loyal.
Maybe I should start acting like I have no idea what the hell I'm doing.
I have too much pride, though. I believe I'm too intelligent to fall for things like that.
I honestly believe I'm too mature for high school. I never fall into drama, I never fight, I never start anything.
I have myself, and my group of friends to get me through high school, and that's it. And that's all I need, and that's all I want.
I don't worry about "making memories" by partying, or drinking. I have the rest of my life to make memories. Memories that will actually mean something to me, not some stupid party. I want to live a good, clean life. I wanna keep my mind open, and my imagination fresh. I wanna be the one who gives inspiration, not the one who needs it.
I don't know, maybe at this point I'm just rambling.
All I'm saying: Live a long, clean, fresh life. Stay strong, don't give into peer pressure, and always make sure to follow your heart. It might lead you somewhere you've never thought you'd end up.