I just turned 19 this year, and that means I've been alive for almost 2 decades, which is insane. I've learned a lot throughout these years, and when I think about how far I've come, I get really proud of myself.
The little girl who was really afraid of people, places, and things has grown into somebody who has learned to deal with those things and conquer them. Life sucks sometimes, but that 10-year-old girl got through it.
If I got the opportunity to talk to that little girl, I would have so much to say. Here are just 21 things I would tell her.
2. Quality over quantity, every time.Â
3. Middle school is really hard, but you get through it!
5. People are mean to you. Ignore them, don't waste your breath, and know you're better than them.Â
6. STOP crimping your hair. It's not cute.Â
7. You are going to learn to love your curls, even though they're hard to deal with. Embrace it!
8. Time really does heal all wounds. What you're worried about now will not matter at all in a year.Â
9. Your friends that aren't nice to you aren't your friends.Â
10. Learning to love yourself is hard, but you do it eventually. Just know there's no one out there like you.
11. NEVER do anything you don't want to do. It might be embarrassing to say no, but it is the smartest thing to do.Â
12. Do what you love and love what you do. Life is short, don't spend it wishing you were doing something else.Â
13. Take days where all you do is things that make you feel good. Self care is SO important!!
14. Always work hard, it pays off!
15. Wake up every day positive. You are always in charge of the type of day you have.Â
16. Everyone is going through something that you have no idea about. Treat everyone with kindness.
17. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Being vulnerable is okay!
18. Watch the basketball games with Mom and go to the store with Dad. You're going to miss that quality time when you're away.Â
20. Don't share that water bottle in 8th grade with your friend. You get sick for 2 weeks and it sucks.Â
21. You're a good person who has a lot to say and offer to the world. Don't be afraid to use your voice!
