My twenties were a difficult period of my life but one of lots of change, growth, and fun. If I could go back in time and give myself some advice, here’s what I would say.
Listen To Your Inner Voice- It’s easy to get bogged down by everyone’s advice, but you ultimately have all the answers. It’s just a matter of listening.
There Is No “Should”- There is no “should,” “shouldn’t” or “supposed to.” Trust the journey of your life. I know it’s hard to believe but you’re right where you need to be and doing what you need to do. Everything will sort itself out.
It Doesn’t Matter What You Major In- It doesn’t matter what your major is so don’t put so much stress on yourself! You’ll end up doing big things. It’s just a matter of figuring out what they are.
It’s Okay To Be By Yourself- It’s okay to be by yourself, in fact, it’s great. In being by yourself, you’ll learn loads of things you didn’t originally know. You’ll figure out what you love and you’ll ultimately be responsible for your own decisions, so do it more often.
Stop Blaming Others- Let it go! You didn’t have to agree with them, and you probably could have said no. Life is in your hands.
Love Happens But So Does Loss- There a billions of people in this world, so no worries. You’ll find someone new to love. It’s not the end of the world despite the fact that it may seem that way.
Try New Things- Now is the time. Get out there and try something new. You’ll be scared at first, but it will ultimately benefit you. If it doesn’t work out, then try something else! Just focus on growth.
Fake It Til You Make It- You don’t need to have all the answers. Just go at it with confidence. All it takes is a confident smile. You can do it.
Not Everyone Is Going To Like You- Letting go of your obsession with acceptance is going to be your biggest lesson, but it’s true: not everyone is going to like you. That’s just the way the world works. Just be yourself.
You’ve Got This!- It may not always seem like it now, but life is beautiful. It’s an amazing journey so go at it with an optimistic attitude.
