Dear Younger Me: A Letter from My 100-Year-Old Self

Dear Younger Me,

As I sit here on my 100th birthday, October 28, 2025, I’m filled with gratitude for the wild ride we’ve had. Life’s been a tapestry of joy, pain, and lessons—each thread shaping who we are today.

First and foremost: take time for God. Make every moment of your day a prayer. Sit in quiet communion with Him. He’s more interested in the here and now because he knows what is ahead. Your future is already held. Don’t fret over every moment. Just listen. He’ll show you what to do, when to move, and how to put your best foot forward. Make Him the center of your life, not just a part of it.

Read the Bible. Know what it says. There may come a time when you hear things that sound right but aren’t. Let Scripture be your compass. It will ground you when the world feels unsteady. Go to church. You won’t know how much better life can be by being in His house.

Don’t sweat the small stuff. Those moments you fretted over—missed chances, awkward words—fade into insignificance. Trust me I know. Focus on what lights you up. Chase curiosity, not perfection. That spark in you? It’s what’s going to guide you in your day.

Love fiercely. The people who matter – friends, family, even fleeting connections. Give life its pulse. Tell them they’re important. Hug them a little longer. Loss stings, but it carves space for deeper bonds. Embrace the sadness that comes with death. And the happiness of knowing where they are and the experiences once shared. But don’t ruminate in the pain. That’s not what they want. They want you to live happier, be all you can be and enjoy life to the fullest because of the love once had and the potential in the future.

Mistakes are your teachers. You’ll stumble. Oh, how you’ll stumble! Don’t we know it. We all do from time to time. But, every fall builds resilience. That time you thought you’d never recover? You did. And you came out stronger. Trust yourself in God to figure it out.

Take care of your body. It’s the only one you get. Move, eat well, rest. Those late nights and skipped meals add up. You don’t need to be invincible. Just kind to yourself.

Be wise with money. Save a few dollars from each paycheck. Pay bills as they arise. Never let credit get the better of you. It’s a tool, not a trap. Steward your resources with intention and grace.

The world changes fast. Stay open. Ideas you hold dear might shift, and that’s okay. Growth isn’t betrayal; it’s evolution. But stay true to the Blessed Trinity and the Bible. Listen, learn, and don’t cling to being “right.”

Finally, savor the now. Time slips like sand. You’re enough in this moment—flaws, dreams, all of it. Live boldly, laugh loudly, and don’t wait for “someday” to be you.

With all my love,
Your 100-Year-Old Self

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