If you could go back in time and give your younger self advice, what would it be?
Breaking news: You’ve wasted years worrying about people who probably forgot your name five minutes later. 😂 Stop overthinking, start living, and remember, you’re not a pizza. Not everyone has to like you.
Yes, YOU, my younger self, the one who replayed a two-second awkward conversation for three business days. The one who changed outfits five times because someone might have an opinion. The one who lay awake at 2 a.m. thinking, “Why did I say that?” as if the FBI had opened an investigation.
Girl, please, The FBI has bigger problems. Nobody is building a documentary around your embarrassing moments.
If I could travel back in time, I’d grab my younger self by the shoulders and say, “Darling, I have some shocking news. You are not the main character in everyone else’s life.”
All those years, I treated other people’s opinions like examination results. One raised eyebrow, and my confidence needed supplementary exams.
I wish I’d known earlier that people will judge you whether you do something or nothing.
Wear bright colours? Too loud. Wear black? Too serious. Stay quiet? Attitude problem. Talk too much? Please give the poor woman a microphone and a mute button.
So, dear younger me, please relax. Laugh loudly. Make mistakes. Dance badly. Say what you mean.
And if someone doesn’t like you?
Let them.
Darling, you’re a human being, not a pizza! You weren’t born to be everyone’s favourite topping. 🍕😂
My advice to my younger self? Stop living for other people’s approval. They’re not even paying your electricity bill.😂
16 responses to “Dear Younger Me: Nobody Is Watching You That Closely. 😂”
You have inspired me to eat a pizza for dunch. I am receptive to others but I can still think for myself. I believe that is a good way to be.
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Ha, glad I could inspire a pizza dunch 🍕 And I agree, being open to others while still thinking for yourself is a great balance. Enjoy every bite.😄
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People actually pay my electricity bill, so I fall in line with not seeking approval too much. However, if you know yourself and you ask around what people would like to see (as in art) then I am more flexible in that regard. Its more important for me that I like my creative process and Im also of value to others. Hard coin to hit.
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That’s such a healthy perspective! Finding that balance between enjoying your own creative journey and bringing value/joy to others is definitely a tough target to hit, but it’s so rewarding when you do.
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I like that! You are most welcome to Pangolin Adventure to experience amazing wildlife safaris in Tanzania and see iconic animals like lions and elephants. Feel free to bring your pizza and enjoy the adventure with us!”
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Thank you so much, that’s a very kind welcome. Pizza on safari? Now that’s my kind of adventure! 🍕 Just hoping the lions don’t think it’s a delivery and chase me for extra cheese. 😄 Count me in, Pangolin Adventure, and please save me a seat next to the elephants (they seem like good listeners)! 🐘Looking forward to the adventure with Pangolin Adventure.
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”Haha, don’t worry, our safari lions only prefer natural wild views, not pizza delivery! 🍕🦁 And consider your front-row seat next to the elephants officially reserved! 🐘 Whenever you are ready to make this dream safari happen, feel free to reach out to us at Pangolin Adventure. We can’t wait to host you!”
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Thank you Sir 🙏
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You are always welcome
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”By the way, so you don’t end up on the wrong trail, here is our official website to explore all the adventures waiting for you: https://pangolinadventure.wordpress.com 🦁🐘 Can’t wait to welcome you!”
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Definitely Sir, Thanks for sharing the link 🦁🐘 Excited to check out all the adventures you have lined up.
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You’re very welcome! Enjoy exploring, and please feel free to reach out anytime if you have any questions. We can’t wait to welcome you to Tanzania! 🌍✨
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The moment you stop seeking universal approval, you reclaim the freedom to live authentically. Self-respect begins where the fear of others’ opinions ends. Be yourself; the right people will value your truth, and the rest need not define your worth.
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This hit home! 🙌 I stopped caring about what people think and my life got 10x better. Now I wear mismatched socks, sing in the shower, and my neighbors have thoughts. They can keep them. 😄 Be yourself, the right people will stay.Thanks for the reminder.
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I’ve caught myself replaying old conversations and wondering why I said something the way I did, long after the other person had probably moved on. It’s funny how we keep putting ourselves through a trial when nobody else is even thinking about the case.
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Yes Dear, truly said that “trial” metaphor is painfully accurate. We’re the defendant, prosecutor, and jury, while the other person has long since left the courtroom and probably forgot there was a case at all. 😄
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