Dear Younger Self,

Keep your head high. You're going to be faced with typical mean girls and cliche high school drama, but remember to keep your head high through whatever you face and never allow anyone to make you feel as if you're less important. Friends will come and go, but I PROMISE the best ones will stay by your side no matter what you're going through.

You're going to meet amazing people who open your eyes to thousands of different possibilities, and they will create their own space in your heart. Anxiety is and will be cruel, but don't let it consume you. Allow it to help you analyze situations differently and openly. There will come a point in time where it may feel like it's the only thing surrounding you, but your perseverance and dedication will break down any barriers that are holding you back. Know that not every situation is your fault and sometimes can be completely out of your control. Just because you've found yourself in a rough place doesn't necessarily mean it's your fault, but remember to always trust in God, and that He put you in that situation for a reason. And never lose your faith in Him. Life may get a little bumpy and the road may take a few stray and unexpected turns, but He is the only one who will remain a constant.

Even those best friends you swore would never fail you will unintentionally hurt you sometimes, but never question who you are because of it.

The world is going to get VERY ugly, but don't allow it to change your beliefs or how you see yourself. Don't be afraid to stand up to those who try to silence you because your opinion should be heard and your feelings are valid, too. And remember to love. To continue to love deeply and unconditionally because it will make life a million times better.