Keep Calm and Carry On: A Letter to Myself

Sierra.
Stop panicking. Just stop. It's not the end of the world. It's the beginning of a new chapter. Things are changing, responsibilities are being acquired, independence is being declared, freedom is being granted. It's going to be different, but it's going to be wonderful. It's going to be a challenge, but it's going to be so worth it. You're not the first person to do this, and you won't be the last. Settle down. Breathe. It's going to be ok. YOU ARE GOING TO BE OK. Now stop worrying, questioning, and stressing. Start getting excited. Things will work out. However. You need to apply yourself. Get done what needs to be done. Don't put it off. Stop thinking yourself into a labyrinth of worry and confusion. Take it a day at a time. Plan for success. Make a habit out of excellence. Easier said than done, yes, but not impossible. You're not even going that far, remember? You're not stranded on an island or stuck on the other side of the world. Your family isn't going to let you drown. Take a deep breath. Take another deep breath. Relax. There's no time for panicking. You're too busy being excited, remember? Stop feeling anxious. Everything is going to be fine.
"Everything will be ok in the end. If it's not ok, it's not the end." Remember? 


Fearless.