Life in this generation is difficult, especially for girls. There is so much judgement in the world which causing people to try and fit in with the status quo and judged if they don't comply. However, we have so much more potential and great and usual things about each and every one of us. It should be shown off, always and never hidden.
1. Enjoy what makes you happy.
If you love to read— do it.
If you love to cook— make that tasty dish.
If you love to play sports— play the hell out of that game with your beast self.
If you love to sing— sing that song at the top of your lungs.
The point is, you are you and don't live life to other people's expectations. You can make plenty of friends doing things you actually enjoy.
2. Dress to impress yourself.
Always dress to impress, but do it for you. Don't dress to make a boy happy. Don't dress to make anyone, but yourself happy. Mix it up! Wear those heels that are brighter than the sun. Buy that skirt that shows off your legs. Own that vintage denim in the back of your closet.
3. Explore.
It's hard to find yourself if you stay in that little small town north of nowhere all your life. Explore. Go to a new coffee shop. Drive to the beach in the middle of the night. Road trip across the country. Make a list of every place you ever want to go and do it. Travel far enough that you meet yourself.
4. Tell people how you feel.
Be blunt about things. Express your feelings to a crush or tell someone that you hate how they treat you. You deserve to be honest with yourself. Say no, sometimes. If you really don't want to go out to the club and you just want to eat ice cream all night. DO IT.
5. Don't settle.
Don't settle for the boy who doesn't know your worth. Don't settle for a college that you know you'll hate. Don't settle for food you don't like. Don't settle for bad songs or books or movies. If you're not happy with where you are, get up and leave. Seek that happiness.
The best way to find yourself is to break out of your comfort zone. Do things you want to do. Say things you want to say. Stop caring about what others think. They won't always be on this journey with you.
Make yourself happy, first and always.
