Letter To My Younger Self

Dear younger self,

I know that middle school and early high school have been incredibly tough for you. Being bullied is never easy, but I want you to know that you are much stronger than you realize. You have already shown incredible resilience and will continue to do so as you navigate these difficult years.

It may not feel like it now, but the pain you are experiencing will not last forever. As you go through your teenage years, you will learn to take care of yourself in ways you never thought possible. You will overcome your eating disorder and find a healthy relationship with food. You will strengthen your self-confidence and learn to stand up for yourself.

Most importantly, you will learn to give yourself grace. You will realize that you are not defined by how others treat you or your mistakes. Instead, you will focus on your strengths and your potential.

Remember that you are not alone. You have friends and family who love you and want to support you. You also have inner strength and resilience that will carry you through even the toughest times.

Believe in yourself, be kind to yourself, and know you can do great things.

With love and admiration,

Your older, wiser self