Future me to Present me

Hey, you. Yes, you.

I know you’re going through a tough time right now, and I know you think there is no end in sight. How are things ever going to get better?

Please hear what I’m about to say, because it’s important. And you know it’s right, because it’s coming from yourself!

You will be okay. This tough time will end, and you will be okay. No matter how bleak things look right now, I can tell you that your life 100% gets better! Right now, I’m (you are!) sitting in a beautiful house with a beautiful family. I have an amazing job, and a family who loves me, and friends that are there for me. When I look around, I see a beautiful life. So do what you need to do to get out of this dark time. Sing a song at the top of your lungs. Dance around your room until you’re out of breath. Write a poem, draw a picture, watch a movie curled up in blankets. Help yourself get through this time, because there is so much waiting for you when it passes. SO much.

You’ll be okay. I promise. You can do this! From me to...well...me, I want you to know that you are beautiful, and smart, and strong. You can get through this- just keep your head held up high, take a deep breath, and tell yourself this: no matter how bad things look right now, there is always hope for a brighter future. Always.