To The Old Me: I Told You So
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To The Old Me: I Told You So

You know yourself better than anyone so listen to your conscience

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To The Old Me: I Told You So
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Man, I told you so. The constant anxiety about the future was never needed like I continued to tell you. You thought the people in your life at the time were forever when really they were toxic to your future. The constant need to make people happy has only brought your happiness down. You were so worried about your future and while you didn't want to listen to your conscience, it was right. You were going to be just fine.

I told you those toxic friendships were something that you needed to get rid of a long time ago. They were constantly dragging you down to their immature, unfaithful, and needy level. You just needed to figure it out on your own. You needed to see how they were changing your life and not for the better. You needed to understand that everyone isn't a permanent fixture in your life. You needed to see that you need to let some people go so better people can enter your life.

I told you there was no need to get so anxious about the inevitable future. Just let the chips fall where they may. Let God take ahold of your anxieties and insecurities and guide you to the path that He has planned for you. I know you can't help but feel anxiety with all the uncertanties in the world, but know that He is always watching out for you.

There is no way to go back to the past to change and see what could've been. Don't get stuck in the past searching for the what ifs. Listen to your conscience. You know yourself better than anyone so when something doesn't feel right and your happiness is starting to become compromised. Listen. So keep moving forward, keep your head held high, and know that God has a plan for you.

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