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If You're Looking For Empowerment, Here's Your Sign

An open letter to anyone who needs it.

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If You're Looking For Empowerment, Here's Your Sign
Katherine Kaufman

You’re stuck.

Maybe you’re having mid-semester blues.

Maybe you’ve changed your major three times and still do not know what you want to do. Maybe you didn’t go to college and you don’t know what to do. Maybe you have a family member who’s sick and watching them is hurting you. Maybe you’re the sick one and have no energy to get out of bed.

Maybe you’re heartbroken or depressed. Maybe you’re suffering from anxiety and you’re having panic attacks constantly. Maybe you’re working full time at a job you hate while trying to get through school. Maybe you can’t pay your bills. Maybe you are struggling with addiction or someone close to you is.

Maybe you don’t feel like you belong. Maybe you’re trapped in your own body and you just want to scream. Maybe you can’t sleep because constant stress keeps you awake.

Maybe you face racism, sexism, discrimination and hate daily. Maybe you don't see your potential.

I get it.

Whatever it is. You’re not alone. You can and will get through this rut. Don’t be afraid to reach out and ask for help. Just breathe and remember you’re okay. You’re capable of whatever you set your mind to. Everything happens for a reason.

You’re only getting stronger.

Go to the gym. Take a long walk. Go on a drive with your favorite music playing. Read a good book. Eat healthier. Make a list of goals or a bucket list. Drink more water. Talk to someone. Learn from not only your mistakes but the mistakes of others. Focus on the future, not the past.

After all, it is what it is. So, embrace it.

You got this. I believe in you.

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