Dear HUMAN,
When I say human, I don’t mean to generalize who you are or fit you into yet another category. I say human in a realistic way, because that is what you are. HUMAN. And to expect any more from you or think any less of you is just wrong.
To be human is one of the hardest things you can do. There are so many standards and rules that come along with it. And you, human, feel as if sometimes you break those rules and/or standards. This makes you confused, angry, sad, or if you’re me, not worthy. But I’m here to tell you something different.
Crying is human. Jesus Christ himself WEPT when he lost one of his closest friends. That doesn’t make you any less strong. Being angry is human. We just have to remember not to let it take a hold of us, or else it will change us. Being confused is human. Being you is human.
We always worry about how other people perceive us, when we should really be focusing on how we see ourselves. Sometimes we set the expectations we try to live up to, and then blame others when we don’t meet them. So I’m here to tell you that it’s okay not to be perfect. Actually, it’s perfectly human to make mistakes. And most importantly, it’s okay not to be okay. When you don’t know how or what to feel, don’t let that paralyze you. Don’t let it turn your stomach or tighten your throat. Instead, find something that opens your heart and warms your spirit. Remember that God created you one-of-a-kind. Learn to love yourself and soon everything else will fall into place.
Love, your human friend,
Amy
