Dear Younger Me,
1. Think For Yourself
Whatever you think you were meant to do or were supposed to do at this time, just throw it out the window. You know that a lot of what you believed to be your dreams and goals were ideals set out for you by other people at a young age. Think more for yourself and don't let other people define the person you are and the little nuances of your life. You are important as your own individual so don't forget that the most important opinion is your own. However, this is not an excuse to pass reason and understanding, so think logically and thoroughly. A lot of things are going to change between then and now, so be prepared.
2. You Can't Please Everyone
You're going to quickly realize that not everyone is going to like you, and that's okay. Some people will come, and others will go, but keep those that are worth it close to you. Don't let anyone take advantage of your kindness because people will do that, but don't stop believing in the goodness of people. It's hard to please others to begin with, why add the extra pressure of pleasing people that don't want it to begin with? Do you, but help and support those that will climb with you to wherever you are in life.
3. Your Parents Are The Ultimate Support System
Okay dude, I know that you were moved from your friends at one school and moved to a different school, but you need to understand that there's a bigger picture to their decisions. Education is expensive and just because you transferred to another school, it isn't the end of the world. Yeah I won't lie, you'll be miserable for a bit, but you'll figure it all out eventually. Be open to change and understand why some things have to happen. Don't let something like this damage your relationship with your parents, especially since you'll realize that is was a trivial thing to be upset about in the future.
4. Be open
Break out of your little shell and be open to the opportunities and moments around you. Stop saying no or maybe so many times and put yourself out there. I know you're scared to fall or that you're not enough, but you'll never know unless you go out there and try. Be confident and realize that you have to fail before you can succeed. You're going to be fine.
5. Advice Isn't Always Criticism
Stop being stubborn and realize that you're not always going to be right. Listen to other people and make decisions from there instead of blowing off what other people tell you. You're not being attacked, so stop acting like it.
You'll be just fine, just keep doing you and remember that a setback isn't the end of the world. Our world.
From, me
