history: I feel I can do things on my own. I didn't always feel this way, so it's nice I am empowered now and can accomplish things on my own. I feel I can do things on my own. I didn't always feel this way_comma_ so it's nice  Has something changed lately?
current: My resolve I guess? Nothing changed for the better but inside me at least I know I can do it on my own because it's 1000 times better than the alternative. I'll do whatever it takes.
next: That is a very good attitude that you have!