A letter from May 1st, 2020

Dear FutureMe, hey girl, how's life treating you? well, here I am writing to you to remind you how strong you are. If you're going through tough times, and if you're feeling like giving up. Then I'm here to remind you, that it's not the first time you have tackled a stressful situation. You think too much and that's okay. I hope you don't keep hiding your emotions or your pain or your insecurities. You joke around calling yourself the prettiest or claiming to be a heart throb lol but I know that when people joke back and make harsh comments, you completely agree with them. Please, don't be upset with people, they don't know about how you're feeling or what you're going through. Well, they're going through their own struggles as well. And please, don't be upset w yourself, you're only human, it's alright if you feel jealous or insecure or low or if you feel hate towards a person momentarily. It's not because you're a bad person, it's just a bad mood, a bad day. And there's gonna be time when you feel better. Trust me. Well, regarding your studies. Please study well, work hard. And please don't compare yourself with others, you're different, they're different. I know you procrastinate a lot and work under pressure right before the d day. But it's really taking a toll on your mental health and making you dread college and studies. Please, don't be afraid that you'll be a failure, instead just work, step by step, on your own pace. Please, come to me when you feel burdened and like you're breaking. Sleep well, eat well, move on. Learn to forgive yourself. Don't seek kind words or wisdom from others, do it yourself. Follow your own advice, compliment yourself, love yourself. Help others and expect nothing in return. Helping others will help you heal and make you feel better about yourself. Enjoy life, live, travel, breathe. I will always love you and support you, I promise. Make sure I keep this promise. Riya