We've all experienced the feeling of wishing we could communicate with our younger selves. We could warn ourselves about the first day of high school or middle school, tell ourselves to not get colored bands for our braces because, contrary to the once popular belief, it isn't cute. There are a few more things I wish I could tell my younger self, too, that are a little more serious.

I would tell myself that everything does get better. I know that sometimes it may feel like the world is literally falling in on itself, but I promise there will be brighter days. One bad day or week won't ruin the rest of your life, even if it seems like life as you know it is over. Life is meant to challenge you and send some unexpected twists and turns your way; those are the most vital lessons. Just because it seems like everyone else has a great life, truth is, they're probably struggling too. Take time and make sure to be kind to everyone, you truly don't know what is going on in their lives. Be the kind of person you would want to comfort you when it feels like everything is crashing down on you.

Do what you want. Obviously, not everything, because you always seem to have the craziest ideas. But if you truly feel passionate about something, just try it out. There is no harm in doing things that not everyone else is doing: if you like it, it may change your life for the better. And if what you try happens to be not your cup of tea, hey, at least you tried. It's always better to do something and decide to not pursue it than to look back and wish you could have tried it.

You'll be fine, I promise. Don't forget who your true friends are and always keep your family close. It'll all be okay, I promise.