What would I tell my younger self?
First off, you have no idea what the future actually holds. All those predictions will turn out to be different. Sometimes better, sometimes worse. The big predictions will be better because you will learn from them.
Secondly, when you are having a hard time, you are growing. It can be painful and unpleasant, but there will be learning that will make you a better person.
Third, give yourself time and space. Slow down and don't rush. Many things will work themselves out without your worry and pressure on yourself. You cannot always control the future and you are more at peace when you let go of the things you cannot control.
Fourth, stop saying you will never do something or other. You end up doing those things.
Fifth, let go of judgment whenever you can. Judgment of yourself and of others. You will learn from your own life that we all bring our own experiences to each situation and rightfully so.
Last, breathe. Each moment is just that-a moment. Take a breath and enjoy the ride.
UHG! This is so perfect, Brie. I wish I could tell my younger self these things. My mom was forever telling me to stop comparing myself, especially to my sister. I wish I had taken a breath about getting married, because it was something that I had dreamed of for so long that I practically gave myself anxiety in high school thinking about the guy I would end up with.
ReplyDeleteAhh, this is good advice. Even though we aren't really that similar, this sort of thing coming from an adult will probably apply to me through hs and college. Excellent job!
ReplyDeleteThis is good advice, but the breathing thing is about my least favorite thing in the world to do, so that one is probably not going to happen any time soon. Other than that, they are all interesting things to think about, and it was cool to read about your perspective on them. Nice slice!
ReplyDeleteAll of this advise is perfect for our age group and it means a lot to some of us
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