10 Hilariously Honest Messages I’d Beam Back to My 10-Year-Old Self (Before They Told Me Time Travel Was Impossible)

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. -Nelson Mandela

Ah, life – the ultimate rollercoaster ride with twists, turns, and loop-de-loops that make you want to scream and laugh at the same time. It’s been a wild ride since I last put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard), and let me tell you, it’s been a journey filled with divorce, death, and enough chaos to make a Hollywood blockbuster jealous.

If only we could hop into a time machine and share all the wisdom we’ve gained with our 10-year-old selves, right? But alas, life doesn’t come with a rewind button, and we’re left pondering the mysteries of the universe while clutching onto our sanity like it’s the last piece of chocolate in the box.

Every decision we make sends us hurtling down a different path, like a cosmic game of choose-your-own-adventure. Did I choose the right path? Would my life be different if I had zigged instead of zagged? Who knows, but hey, at least it keeps things interesting, right?

And don’t even get me started on the irony of wanting to grow up faster only to spend the rest of your life wishing you were younger. I mean, talk about a cruel joke – thanks a lot, universe.

But amidst all the chaos and confusion, there’s one thing we often forget: the present moment. You know, that little thing we’re living in right now? Yeah, turns out it’s pretty darn valuable. Maybe we should pay attention to it once in a while instead of getting lost in a sea of what-ifs and maybes.

So, here’s a little message to my 10-year-old self – because let’s face it, we could all use a dose of wisdom from our younger, more innocent selves:

• Hey kid, you’re beautiful – don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
• Stop caring what they think – seriously, life’s too short for that nonsense.
• That voice in your head? Yeah, it’s usually right – listen to it more often.
• And yes, your parents totally know what you’re up to – sorry, not sorry.
• Let go of the stuff that’s weighing you down – trust me, it’s not worth it.
• Remember, it’s never too late to hit the reset button and start over.
• Oh, and speaking of resets, get used to inconsistency – it’s the only thing you can count on in this crazy world.
• Keep the faith, kiddo – it’ll get you through some tough times.
• And most importantly, always be on the lookout for the lessons life throws your way – they’re everywhere if you’re paying attention.

So there you have it, a little love letter to my younger self – because let’s face it, we could all use a little reminder now and then that we’re the captains of our own happiness ship. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got some present moment living to do. Peace out!