I am writing to you in hopes of alleviating the regret that currently enthralls my every notion. I want you to be the best you can be, and I’d like to save you from some paths that you may take that lead to places of which you do not belong. There are some things you should know about yourself that you will not truly understand until you’re older; however, I feel the need to warn you of them. First, you don’t always know what is best for you. Sometimes, you confuse your gut with that voice inside of your head. You know the voice…the one that tells you that you shouldn't let him in. The one that says, “Don’t settle…you’ll miss out.” Yeah, that voice is the cause of all of your future troubles-trust me. You aren't all that. You only need the bare minimum, so when you get more, accept it. Don’t send it away and get greedy. All you really want in life, just so you’re aware, is to love and be loved in return in the way someone should be loved. So…a little piece of advice. When you find that-don’t let it go. Hold it as tight as you can. Take care of it and appreciate it. You can’t be independent forever. Second, stop comparing yourself to everyone around you. People can see the dissatisfaction in your every look. That isn't who you are. Be strong and confident, but still be kind and self-aware. Love the body you have in every way possible. Once you've done that, you can put that huge boulder to the side and worry about other important, substantial things. They don’t care what you look like anyway…only what your soul looks like. Finally, understand that “weird” is NOT bad. Understand that your quirks are you, his are him, and hers are her. What you are is what you are-deal with it and love it. In turn, they are what they are-love it and admire it, but don’t envy it. Draw from people, but don’t bleed for them. Keep who you are.