Have you ever found yourself surrounded by friends, classmates, or even family, yet still feeling lonely deep inside? I know I have. It’s a strange, almost silent kind of loneliness, the kind that whispers, “You don’t really belong here” or “No one truly gets you.” If you’ve felt this way, you’re definitely not alone.
So tell me, have you ever felt like your parents are just too strict? Maybe you’ve thought, “Why can’t they just let me live my life?” I remember one weekend when one of my cousin's friends were planning a sleepover, at the time, my cousin, Prince was with us, and my mom said no. He was so upset. Every of his friends was going, and he felt like my mom was just trying to ruin his social life.
I see you. Not just the version of you everyone else sees on the outside, but the REAL you. The one who sometimes lies awake at night wondering, “Why me?” The one who has smiled through pain and pretended to be okay in front of others. Whether you’ve lost your parents, feel forgotten in a foster home, or just constantly feel like you’re on your own, I want you to know this letter is for you.
I vividly recall the day I tried out for the school debate team. I had my notes prepared, my speech rehearsed, and brand-new clothing that made me feel like a winner. I was certain I would crush it. But halfway through my argument, I froze. I could not recall the points I had practiced for weeks. My hands started to sweat, my voice cracked, and I walked away with a shaky "thank you." I did not even finish correctly.
I remember one day standing in front of my wardrobe, trying on outfit after outfit, only to feel... off. It wasn’t just about clothes. It was about that deep ache of not feeling enough. I had just come from scrolling through social media pictures of people who seemed prettier, cooler, more confident, more outspoken, and more everything. I looked at my reflection and thought, why can’t I be more like them? Why can’t I be more... enough?
So, I stumbled on this YouTube video of a mother narrating how her 15-year-old daughter was asking her if she could go all the way from the USA to Germany just to party with her friends. Now, here’s the catch: in Germany, kids as young as 14 are allowed to drink beer and wine in public if they’re with an adult who gives the green light. Meanwhile, in the USA, you’ve got to be at least 18. So this girl figured, "If I can’t do it in the USA, I’ll just head to Germany and live it up."
Have you ever found yourself surrounded by friends, classmates, or even family, yet still feeling lonely deep inside? I know I have. It’s a strange, almost silent kind of loneliness, the kind that whispers, “You don’t really belong here” or “No one truly gets you.” If you’ve felt this way, you’re definitely not alone.
So tell me, have you ever felt like your parents are just too strict? Maybe you’ve thought, “Why can’t they just let me live my life?” I remember one weekend when one of my cousin's friends were planning a sleepover, at the time, my cousin, Prince was with us, and my mom said no. He was so upset. Every of his friends was going, and he felt like my mom was just trying to ruin his social life.
I see you. Not just the version of you everyone else sees on the outside, but the REAL you. The one who sometimes lies awake at night wondering, “Why me?” The one who has smiled through pain and pretended to be okay in front of others. Whether you’ve lost your parents, feel forgotten in a foster home, or just constantly feel like you’re on your own, I want you to know this letter is for you.
I vividly recall the day I tried out for the school debate team. I had my notes prepared, my speech rehearsed, and brand-new clothing that made me feel like a winner. I was certain I would crush it. But halfway through my argument, I froze. I could not recall the points I had practiced for weeks. My hands started to sweat, my voice cracked, and I walked away with a shaky "thank you." I did not even finish correctly.
I remember one day standing in front of my wardrobe, trying on outfit after outfit, only to feel... off. It wasn’t just about clothes. It was about that deep ache of not feeling enough. I had just come from scrolling through social media pictures of people who seemed prettier, cooler, more confident, more outspoken, and more everything. I looked at my reflection and thought, why can’t I be more like them? Why can’t I be more... enough?
So, I stumbled on this YouTube video of a mother narrating how her 15-year-old daughter was asking her if she could go all the way from the USA to Germany just to party with her friends. Now, here’s the catch: in Germany, kids as young as 14 are allowed to drink beer and wine in public if they’re with an adult who gives the green light. Meanwhile, in the USA, you’ve got to be at least 18. So this girl figured, "If I can’t do it in the USA, I’ll just head to Germany and live it up."
Have you ever found yourself surrounded by friends, classmates, or even family, yet still feeling lonely deep inside? I know I have. It’s a strange, almost silent kind of loneliness, the kind that whispers, “You don’t really belong here” or “No one truly gets you.” If you’ve felt this way, you’re definitely not alone.
So tell me, have you ever felt like your parents are just too strict? Maybe you’ve thought, “Why can’t they just let me live my life?” I remember one weekend when one of my cousin's friends were planning a sleepover, at the time, my cousin, Prince was with us, and my mom said no. He was so upset. Every of his friends was going, and he felt like my mom was just trying to ruin his social life.
I see you. Not just the version of you everyone else sees on the outside, but the REAL you. The one who sometimes lies awake at night wondering, “Why me?” The one who has smiled through pain and pretended to be okay in front of others. Whether you’ve lost your parents, feel forgotten in a foster home, or just constantly feel like you’re on your own, I want you to know this letter is for you.
I vividly recall the day I tried out for the school debate team. I had my notes prepared, my speech rehearsed, and brand-new clothing that made me feel like a winner. I was certain I would crush it. But halfway through my argument, I froze. I could not recall the points I had practiced for weeks. My hands started to sweat, my voice cracked, and I walked away with a shaky "thank you." I did not even finish correctly.
I remember one day standing in front of my wardrobe, trying on outfit after outfit, only to feel... off. It wasn’t just about clothes. It was about that deep ache of not feeling enough. I had just come from scrolling through social media pictures of people who seemed prettier, cooler, more confident, more outspoken, and more everything. I looked at my reflection and thought, why can’t I be more like them? Why can’t I be more... enough?
So, I stumbled on this YouTube video of a mother narrating how her 15-year-old daughter was asking her if she could go all the way from the USA to Germany just to party with her friends. Now, here’s the catch: in Germany, kids as young as 14 are allowed to drink beer and wine in public if they’re with an adult who gives the green light. Meanwhile, in the USA, you’ve got to be at least 18. So this girl figured, "If I can’t do it in the USA, I’ll just head to Germany and live it up."
