Dear Pierre,
There is so much I want to tell you! I know its probably weird to read a letter from your future self, but give me a few minutes I promise it will be worth it. Here you are in your 20’s with so much of your future ahead of you. There will be hills and valleys that you’ll have to travel, but if you’re careful, you’ll make it to the other side and the view is going to be amazing. I want to give you a little advice for your journey if you don’t mind… I know you its hard for you to take advice sometimes. LOL.
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Keep God first in your life. Know Him for yourself. He has and will always be there in your time of need. He has your best interest at heart, and plans for you far greater than your own.
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You are an amazing person. I know you doubt this and feel like you aren’t enough, but you are. You are so caring and giving. You always look for ways to help those around you. You get that from your family. But as much as you give, is as much as you deserve.
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Discover yourself. Take the time to find out what makes you you. What’s your favorite color? Food? Movie? What do you love? What do you hate? And why? It sounds silly, but if you don’t know who you are, who will?
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Spend time with your family. This is hard sometimes, but they love you and you need them. You are the glue that holds them together. Go home and visit, even if its just for the day. Every moment counts.
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Invest in your friendships. I know you feel like you already do this, but you still have room to grow. Being there for your friends isn’t all there is to keeping a friendship alive. Open up. Let them in. Be vulnerable, the way they are with you. Allow them to help you sometimes. Be honest about your feelings. Speak up. Forgive. If they are important to you and you want them in your life, there is work you have to do.
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Date. You are young, smart and beautiful. Casually date so that you know what you require in your relationships. Also spend time learning what you offer. Discover your values. Know your standards. Along the way you’ll meet the man who understands these things, and is excited to journey life with you.
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Save your money! I know you like to shop right now, but there will come a day when a new pair of shoes isn’t going to cut it anymore. And when that day comes you want to be ready. Pay your tithe, faithfully.Invest in stocks. Increase your contribution to your 401K. Make a budget and stick to it. Increase your skills. A little goes a long way. You have big dreams. Prepare now and you’ll make them a reality.
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Go to therapy. You may not see the value now, but trust me, it’ll be a lifesaver.
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Read! There is so much out there to learn.
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Travel. You’ll love it. I promise.
Pierre, you have so much potential inside of you that you cannot see. You hide it from people because you are afraid they will abuse it. And they will, but from adversity comes strength. You will grow and become a better person. Take risks. Don’t be scared. If you fall, you have a safety net under you. There’s more I could tell you, but I think you’ve got enough to work on for now.
I love you,
Pierre Monét
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