Now that I’m a year older, here are some things I want to tell my younger self.
- You’re not nice. Especially to yourself. Be kinder.
- Pay attention to your posture. Sit up straight. It’s not that hard, Herminia.
- You will fail. That’s inevitable. Unless you don’t try, which is even worse.
- It’s OK to cry. Even and especially when you have no idea why you’re crying in the first place.
- You’re allowed to ask for help. Oftentimes you have little or nothing to lose but a lot to gain.
- Listen to your body. If you’re tired, sleep. If you’re hungry, eat. After all, you only have one heart, one brain.
- You don’t have to love everything. Don’t hate everything either.
- Numbers will never define you. They aren’t a measure of your self-worth.
- Always challenge yourself. Step outside of your comfort zone. That’s how you’ll grow.
- Try to focus on the positives rather than the negatives. Be realistic though.
- You can’t live someone else’s life. You can, however, live your own.
- Don’t be too stubborn, but do you stand your ground. Otherwise, people will walk all over you.
- You’re going to be OK. You might not feel fine right now. Yet one day, you will.