Registered: December 23, 2002
Posts: 92
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Dear Everyone,
Between guilt, grudges, and hatred, I felt like I was worthless. I felt like I was nothing but a trapped girl in a cage of crude stereotypes. There was no way to break the metal bars of this cage, there was escaping anger and depression. Like you, I know heartache. And like you, I know the burning feeling when tears roll down my cheeks.
I also know the feeling of a fresh spring day or a cold winter night. I know what it is to wake up to a blizzard outside my window. I know the feeling of that first dive into cool water on a hot day. These small things need to be taken into consideration.
Next time you’re home alone, just stand up and start singing. Write down the little goals you’ve achieved, just so you can look at them and feel successful. Even goals like smiling at someone when they feel down can make you feel better. The next time you laugh, listen to yourself. The next time you cry, go for a walk and think things over. And while you’re on that walk, listen to the sounds and watch life happen around you. It’s a beautiful thing. Whether you’re reading this before bed or during your break at school, remember the little things in life. Remember your sixth birthday or your reaction towards your first car. Remember the looks on people’s faces when you just sit down and talk to them. Remember making their day. Remember the smell of rain or the vision of heat. Look up in the sky, like you were a child and distinguish the shapes of the clouds. Always avoid hatred and live honestly.
When you feel like being mad or upset, no one’s stopping you, let it all out. When you feel like laughing or crying, or yelling or screaming, then go for it. Do not let words of others wear you down. Do not hold back your opinions when you feel they need to be heard. Speak your mind; it’ll make you feel better. When a lot is on your chest, stand outside and let the fresh air absorb it as you inhale and exhale. Live each moment, as you want it to be. Make the best of bad situations. Help others when they need it but don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Don’t be afraid to say no under pressure. Don’t feel stupid when you think about the imaginary friends you once had. I know I had quite the handful of them. Don’t be afraid to let out any emotion you feel at any moment of the day. Don’t be afraid. Period. Never miss what you never had. Never spend more than $10 on fast food for yourself alone. Never think about giving up. Think about how many people lost a whole lifetime by giving up.
Always stay on the right side of the road. Always confront those who hurt you but never hurt them back because that would show weakness and immaturity. Never hold grudges. Don’t bottle up anger. Always confide in someone. If no one is around to confide in, write your anger or pain down on paper. You’d be surprised the talent that flows toward an emotion. Yell and scream all you want, just remember never to bottle up. Wishes, hopes, and dreams give a person motivation and ambition. Apologize to those you’ve hurt. Never eat chocolate before bed. Prove a point in every essay. Create your own morals. Run your life the way you’d like to run it. Allow other people’s advice, but only take it into consideration. Follow your heart on every decision.
Love who you are, inside and out. Stand up for yourself and your opinions. Find ways to contribute to the lives of those you love. Love those who are generous to you. The bottom line to life is….
Love.
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