What would the world be like if we all had our 50-year-old wisdom throughout the years of our teenage lives? Would there be a lot less pregnancy, fake friendships, and dumb decisions made? If I were to travel back in time to my hormone filled teenage years, this is what I would say to myself:

1. It's okay to be a little different than everyone else.

During these years, you probably were so focused on looking just like the models in magazines or the girl sitting in the front of the classroom. But why would you want to be a copy of someone you probably don't like? Strut your stuff girl!

2. Save your money!

When you get older, you will think about every dollar you ever wasted on random crap or even on another person (who you probably aren't friends/ boyfriend/ girlfriend with anymore).

3. Take as many chances as you can get to have fun!

When you get old, like me (FYI: I'm 19), then you will regret every missed opportunity that you could have had to be a young, free and careless spirit! Live your best life go to the movies, water park, and all the sleepovers you can.

4. Find your passion.

If you love to play the banjo, then play the banjo with all of your heart, mind, and soul. If you love knitting and crocheting, then turn it into your side hustle. Find what makes you happy (and even could help you deal with your stress) and excel in whatever it is you are doing!

5. Spend time with your parents.

When you get to college or even move out for the first time on your own, you won't get as much time to spend with them. Life happens and birthdays roll around. Before you know it you all are 10 years older and start wondering where all the time went.