Make the Clock Reverse

Hi old self,

There is not much I can say to you because until now because I believe that old habits die hard but there are some things you should’ve been careful with to make yourself better. I cannot make the clock reverse but there are few things I want to tell you based on what is currently happening to me so both of us will better versions of ourselves few years after.

HAVE SHORT-TERM AND LONG TERM GOALS

Girl, these things will keep you on track. As long as you have these, no matter how impossible it may be, you will seek for better opportunities just to have these. These things will also help you avoid temptations that might pull you down. Always remember that these goals is not only for you but for your family and the people that surrounds you as well.

DON’T TAKE TIME FOR GRANTED

Until now, you are the best crammer and procrastinator I’ve ever known but girl you are in college now. YOU. ARE. IN. UP. You should control your time and not the other way around. Based on my experience, time is your worst enemy not the requirements (well, not yet). Please learn to manage your time so it will be your ally, your shield, and your weapon against the requirements and deadlines from your professors.

DON’T SETTLE FOR LESS

Girl, always remember that you are worthy of everything you have today and you still deserve more BUT you must do something to prove that. You should do your very best and don’t settle for “keri lang”, “g lang” or “at least di’ba?” You should always aim for excellence not only because it is what you want but because it is the right change for your parents’ sacrifices. “Bahala na” sintuations is a big no-no. If you ever achieve excellence through your hard work, always remember to keep your feet off the ground. Soar high!

These would be it for now girl. Always do well and be good to other people.

Love,

Rei-chan