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Notes To Self

From me, to me.

Shay Johnston
Aug 30, 2016
Valrico, Florida
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Shayna Johnston

To the me from freshman year of high school:

High school isn't as hard as you think it is, as long as you put in the work. Teachers are not out to get you, they want to help you. Find a teacher you trust and befriend them.

That boy does not love you. That girl is not your friend. Nothing is going to last forever. Take care of yourself. Respect your elders.

You are beautiful.

To the me from senior year of high school:

It is okay to not have a plan. Do not let anyone push you into a path you don't want. It will be hard, but it will be worth it. Please try.

That girl is not your friend. Nothing is going to last forever. Take care of yourself. It's okay to not be happy.

You are beautiful.

To the me from freshman year of college:

Participate. Make more friends. Enjoy yourself. Go to class, you're paying for them.

That girl is not your friend. Nothing is going to last forever. Take care of yourself.

You are beautiful.

To the me from today:

Take a break. You're doing the best you can. Take care of yourself. It's okay to not be happy.

You are beautiful.

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