We asked some of the wisest people we know what they would tell their younger selves. Check out their responses below.
Courtney Caston
I would tell my younger self to don’t listen to the discouraging words people say because they don’t understand your goals and dreams. Read more>>
Chris Keaton
This is the easiest question of all for me. I would lovingly, elegantly and graciously tell 20 year old Chris to ‘calm the f5$k down!’ The lesson I wish I had learned earlier was that life happens for me and not to me. To learn and gain from every experience including the ones we perceive as being negative is essential. Read more>>
Rebecca Musayev
If I could say one kind thing to my younger self, it would be this: moments in life are always temporary. Even when they feel overwhelming, they’re just one piece of the greater mosaic. You don’t have to be perfect—life ebbs and flows. There will be seasons of busyness and seasons of stillness, and both are equally important. Read more>>
Amy Jack
I’d tell my younger self to always remember that love is the greatest force there is. That’s actually what inspired my new single, Love’s the Force of Nature. At first, I had the idea just to call it Force of Nature, which came from something Merle Haggard once said about me when I was working on my album. Read more>>
Dee Bartee
Dear younger me, stop worrying that you are too much or not enough! Every awkward moment, every wrong turn, every quiet dream, is shaping you into someone you’ll be proud to be! Keep going, you are going to be more than okay! Read more>>
Cindy Emch
I would say ‘don’t wait until you’re ready.’ Folks always seem to put off the things they really want, the things their passionate about. Whether that’s having kids, buying a house, or even things that people think are impractical like starting a band, traveling, or going back to school. There will never be a perfect time. Read more>>
Michael jay Cresswell
Love the people the same or even more who love and care about you, because when your older this sometimes unfortunately isn’t an option.. Read more>>
Cami Nyx
Your hard work is going to pay off. Read more>>
Shawn Davis
I definitely would tell myself to give yourself grace Shawn. You’re actually more than you or even those around you thought you would be. Remain fearless and GO GET IT!!! Read more>>
