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If I could go back and talk to my younger self, I would tell her several things. First and foremost, I would tell myself that the mistakes I make are not so terrible. I would reassure her that mistakes are a part of our lives and doing them does not mean that it is the end of the world. The best thing about making mistakes? You can learn from them and grow, so I would tell her to move past them and focus on something that is important. 

The second thing I would tell my younger self is to stop wishing to get older because being an adult is not as fun as it seems. I would advise myself to have fun and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. I would tell her to appreciate the environment around her and to go on walks, to the playground, and do things reckless children do when they have the simple freedom. I would tell her that when you are an adult, the world seems much harsher. There will be a lot of responsibilities on your shoulders and sometimes it will seem a little too much, so enjoy and appreciate the life you have now.

The third thing I would tell my younger self is to prioritize my mental health and well-being. Growing up, I was pretty careless about what I ate and all the junk food I consumed. I wish I could tell myself that eating healthier, getting adequate sleep, and having a balanced lifestyle would go a long-way towards caring about my own body. I would tell her to prioritize self-care, to do things that she loves and nurture her mind and body through various little activities. I would prevent myself from having stress and share some valuable tips with her on how to relax and clear her thoughts. 

Last but not least, I would tell myself to not procrastinate. Sometimes procrastination does its thing and you can get away with it, but practicing timely commitment can go a long way into ensuring a successful future. I would encourage my younger self to cultivate a mindset that continues to learn and acknowledge her errors, but also strives to do better and improve. This will be an asset for life. (But at the bare minimum, keep procrastination to once per month please).