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To The One Who Is Trying

Anyone can give up, holding it together takes true strength.

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Sometimes in life we feel like we try so hard in life, but it’s just not good enough. You doubt yourself every single day. I know you’re giving it your all. I know that you’re trying to make a difference in the world, and not waste your life. I want you to know that your efforts are good enough.

I know you’re trying to do right by everyone else rather than doing what makes you happy. I know you’re trying to get it right, to live happily and wisely. I just want you to know that you’re doing a great job and I am very proud of you. But please know this and always remember: you have so much time. Don’t listen to anyone who says you have to have everything together now. You have your whole life to figure everything out.

Stop living by everyone else’s standards. It’s okay to break down and cry every once in a while. It’s okay to not be okay. Always remember that self-care is more important than pretending you’re okay.

You’re going to do great things, darling. I just know it. Celebrate your accomplishments and victories. Take note of all the good. Learn from your mistakes and apply what you’ve learned to your life. Keep track of your progress, because you are making excellent progress! The world will keep spinning when you stop to take a breather, I promise!

In the end, if you work hard enough, it will all work out in your favor. You will get everything you needed, just believe it. If you believe, you will achieve. I’m rooting for you always.

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