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A Letter To My Middle School Self
DearDear Middle-SchoolMiddle-School Me,Me,
How are you, really? Nowadays, no one asks that question and means it - but I mean it. How are you doing right here, right now? Are you reading this letter at the beginning of sixth grade, officially at the start junior high school? Or are you in eighth grade, soon to graduate and continue on your way to high school? I’m sure that no matter where you are, it is an exciting time! I’m also sure it’s difficult.
No one said that middle school would be easy - I mean, have you watched/read any parts of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series? Shows and books such as that can exaggerate the horrors of middle school, but some things will never change: bullies are still real, school is still challenging, and you’re still developing in new ways, finding yourself. The rest of your time in middle school definitely won’t be easy - and don’t expect high school to be a cakewalk, either. But that’s part of the journey! Wherever you are right now, enjoy that very moment and the sweeping highs and lows of it. Exist there and nowhere else. No matter what you’re going through currently - whether you’re struggling within the classroom or with issues more personal - you will get through it. Things will get better, I promise. I am proud of you for making it this far, and for continuing forward! Despite all obstacles, you will persevere. You will reach new heights. Like a pilot, you will soar.
I’ll give you a glimpse into the future: I’m part of a wonderful club called BeYOUtiful at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace. It’s a club that strives to empower young women to rise above society’s standards of beauty, to love and accept themselves. I’m now a Co-president of the club, and it is my fourth and final year! I still can’t believe it. When our club decided to create a magazine, I was so excited. I love writing as well as advocating for self-love - what better way to put two of my biggest passions to use? For the last year, my fellow leadership members, club members, and I have been crafting a magazine brimming with messages of empowerment, respect, and, ultimately, love. This magazine was made with pure and overflowing love - for our readers, for our school, and for ourselves.
I wish I had this magazine when I was your age, Mia. While you will never get to read it, I hope that the middle schoolers enjoy it as you would have. I hope they really listen to the messages throughout and take them in. I hope they realize they are always beyoutiful. best,best, MiaMia DavisDavis
