"What Woud You Tell Your 13-year-old Self?"

This was the question I read that compelled me to join Dove's Movement for Self-Esteem(http://www.dovemovement.com/vision). I heard about the campaign through one of the many Internet sites I browse, and decided to look into it. I have come across several different campaigns before, but none really caused me to think like this one. I have been doing a lot of thinking lately about my life anyway so this gave me a little direction. I have been thinking about the things that could have gone differently in my life, and what I could have done to change them. When I read that statement, I truly gave it a lot of thought. What would I tell myself if I could go back in the past????


I would probably warn myself about "boys" and how them can sometimes be conniving. I would tell myself that life is short but I should enjoy it to the fullest. That would include avoiding serious relationships or having kids until I have accomplished most of the things that really make me happy. I would encourage more traveling and less stress.

Since I remember my attitude when I was 13, I probably wouldn't have listened but I definitely wish I had the opportunity to try. So now I ask you.....What Woud You Tell Your 13-year-old Self?