A letter from Aug 10, 2024

Dear FutureMe, I hope you know that it’s okay to isolate yourself; it’s okay to hide from the world when things get too heavy. Take all the time you need. I am just here — waiting, with open arms and a heart full of patience. Whenever you’re ready to reach out or share, I’ll be here, ready to listen. I may be someone who is difficult for other people to guess, when I am sad, when I am angry, or maybe when I love someone else. Honestly, sometimes I look fine even though I’m not. I feel like other people don’t have to know when I’m sad. I kept quiet and said I felt fine. I’m grateful that I can control my emotions well, but actually, several parts of my life might be better if they were expressed. I find it difficult to express how I feel, so I keep my words in silence. There are many words that are difficult to express directly. And in the end, these words were only kept in silence. It's okay to take time for yourself, to recharge your batteries.