A LETTER TO MY YOUNGER SELF ♾

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Dear Me,

As I sit down to write this letter, I can't help but think of all the things I wish I could have told you when you were a wee bit younger and probably even more clueless. So, before I get all mushy, let me say this – if there's one thing I'd want to do for you, it's to help you break free.

                                                            


Break free from the pressure to fit in.

I mean, seriously, who wants to be part of that 'cool' crowd anyway? You've probably spent more time worrying about fitting in than it takes for the average person to decide what to wear on a Friday night – and we all know that's an eternity! You don't need to fit into anyone else's mold, my dear. You're a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. So go ahead and flaunt those quirks that make you 'uniquely you'.


Break free from comparing yourself to everyone.

Life isn't a giant measuring contest, even though it might have felt that way back then. I bet you wasted countless hours comparing yourself to other people and ended up feeling more puzzled than a cat trying to catch a laser pointer. Remember, comparison is as pointless as a chocolate teapot – it's just not going to work out for you. Your journey is your own, and that's what makes it beautiful. It's like a rollercoaster – you don't compare it to a merry-go-round, do you?


Break free from hating all that you aren't.

Oh, the wishful thinking! I know you've had moments when you wished you were smarter, taller, or had a singing voice that didn't scare the neighbor's cat. But, seriously, where's the fun in being just like everyone else? You're like a limited-edition, collector's item – one of a kind! Embrace the quirks and remember that the things that make you different are the things that make you special.


Break free from believing that you aren't special or strong enough.

You are amazing. Seriously, you'll be surprised when you look back at all the challenges you'll conquer and all the things you'll accomplish. You're like a superhero in the making, but with an extra side of clumsiness. Life will throw some curveballs your way, but you'll be a champ. You're like a ninja with a secret talent for tripping over your own shoelaces.


So, while I wish I could give you a high-five and a box of popcorn to watch your life unfold, I also know how strong and capable you are. You'll learn to stand on your own two feet, even if they have a tendency to occasionally lead you in the wrong direction.

Never stop fighting for us. It may seem like a mission impossible right now, but trust me, it will all be worth it. The journey to self-discovery, self-love, and self-acceptance might be a bit like navigating a maze blindfolded, but it leads to a place of hilarious beauty and inner laughter.

Your worth is immeasurable, and your potential is like a box of chocolates – you never know what you're gonna get, but it's bound to be sweet and full of surprises.

So, my dear younger self, break free from the chains that hold you back, and embrace your quirkiness. Always remember – you are loved, you are cherished, and you are just the right amount of crazy.


With laughter and a bunch of high-fives,

You💜

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