We asked some of the wisest people we know what they would tell their younger selves. Check out their responses below.
Amanda N. Ewing
I would tell my younger self: Trust the process. Even when it feels uncertain, even when the path seems crooked or slow, every step is carrying you exactly where you need to be. You don’t have to have all the answers right now, and you don’t have to rush. Keep moving, keep learning, keep creating. Read More>>
Josiah Winston
It would be to not over criticize yourself. There’s so much that we deal with and stress about on a day to day basis, and there’s no reason to make yourself apart of that circle. That’s not to say that self-criticism is bad, however, it can get out of control quickly and dangerously. Read More>>
Angel Ariona
I’d tell my younger self, “Angel, stop worrying so much — you’re going to be okay. Every challenge is shaping you into the woman you’re meant to be. Trust yourself, keep going, and remember you’re stronger and more gifted than you think.” Read More>>
Jenna Feeney
Keep going. Life is going to try stopping you dead in your tracks and you just have to trust in the process and soldier on. I got ‘keep going’ as my first tattoo and I absolutely love having the constant reminder that the fight is never truly over. Read More>>
Kacee Clanton
If I could tell my younger self anything it would be to speak truth to power; use wisdom, but stand your ground. Tell your family that you want to attend a performing arts college and not study law. Read More>>
Still Khalil
I know you might doubt yourself sometimes — but trust me, you’ve got exactly what it takes. Don’t let the world convince you that who you are is anything less than extraordinary. Your gifts are powerful. Some people just struggle to believe one person can hold that much light. But God knew you could — and gave them to you for a reason. Read More>>
Blake Oliver
I would tell my younger self to not be to focussed on success or winning, but learn to enjoy the process of improving. Outcomes are sometimes out of my control, but the effort I put in is 100% in my control. Focus on that. Read More>>
Arianna Abram
I would say to her that she doesn’t have to look externally for anything. All that you need lies within you. You can’t ask other people who you are and what your purpose is. They don’t have the answers because they have a completely separate journey that they’re on. Everybody can’t come and that’s a part of it. Read More>>
Jen Thompson
I would approach my younger self with so much tenderness and compassion. I would get on her level and look deep into her eyes and give her the warmest smile in an attempt to share everything my heart was feeling. I would extend my arms wide and ask her if it would be okay if I gave her a hug. Read More>>
Michelle Reeves
I would tell my younger self that her worth has nothing to do with what she can or can’t do. Then I’d gently introduce her to the positive, healing energy of the universe—and show her how to tap into that vast power/love, not to prove herself, but to begin the most important journey of all: learning to love herself first. Read More>>
Ashley Bourque
Always be you. Don’t even bend your beliefs, actions, personality, or looks to mold into what other people want you to be. Whether that be a relationship, family, social construct, etc — the most freeing and powerful you can feel, is when you take back your own power, dignity, and beliefs, and fully accept them. Read More>>
