Dear Younger Me,
Wow! Where do I begin? Let me start by saying I am so sorry for what you’ve had to endure already at such a young age. I am sorry no one was there to protect you from being taken advantage of. I am sorry no one was there to comfort you from the pain of being violated. I am sorry it had to be swept under the rug instead of addressed. I am sorry no one believed you at the time. There is so much I wish I could have said to you before you turned 14. I wish I could tell you everything that I have learned so far to put you one step ahead. Yet I would not change any of the decisions you’ve made and will continue to make because they have shaped the woman I am now.
I want you to know that of all the bad things that have happened to you, none of it was your fault. And even though the physical scars are gone, and I know the emotional scars remain, know that the emotional pain won’t last forever, and it will all work out in the end. I want you know that better days are ahead for you, just keep pushing. I want you to know that I am extremely proud of you and the courage you’ve shown. Continue to stand up for yourself and to take a stand against right and wrong regardless of public opinion. Continue to stand in your truth and hold firm to your faith. Continue to dream BIG and expect GREATNESS.
I want you to believe in yourself and do not seek validation from anyone. I want you to know that you are stronger than you know, braver than you feel and much more equipped than you think to handle everything that comes your way, even at this age. Know that your circumstances do not define you and as you ‘grow’ through life you will see that manifested. You are loveable, capable, and valuable.
I love you girl and I am excited for you to see all that you will achieve and the woman that will emerge from you!!!
Sincerely,
~Self~
Destined2B 