Barnes & Noble definitely makes it to the list of my favorite places.
I love everything about it, from the smell of new books and brewed coffee to the little trinkets to the calming atmosphere. My friend and I found this scribbled inside the door of one of the bookstore's bathroom stalls. Whether you're going through a hard time or know someone who is, send them this as a reminder that they are loved and thought of; if strangers can care so much for a random person they don't know imagine how much your loved ones care for you.
It read, "I hate my life. I'm getting all the help I can. Everyone thinks I'm OK now. But I'm not. Reasons to Live?"
And collectively, people created this list:
1. Barnes and Noble! Add to the list!
2. You're Beautiful!
3. You have a special place in the world
4. Things will get better. I will pray for you
5. You are LOVED
6. We all go through ups and downs (it's only human nature). Never give up!
7. You are more loved than you know
8. Tomorrow is a new day. You never know what good is still in store for you. Best Wishes
9. What a difference a day makes!
10. This too shall pass
11. Puppies
12. Chocolate
13. You're strong. If you're still here that takes a lot
14. Loving people and family members
15. You're more resilient than you think. It's amazing how life can change. Talk to yr ppl!
And my addition...
16. The beauty of the unknown and what's to come.
Life can get really hard; especially right now with school starting again and term bills to pay and exams to study for, I hope you remember this. No matter what is to come, you can handle it. Think of all the things in your life that you felt were too difficult and never thought you could overcome. But you got through it, and here you are.
So to the girl who wrote that in my Barnes & Noble, if you're reading this, I hope you find joy in your beautiful life and know that you mean something to people, and you mean something to me.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call theNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255