BE THE PERSON YOU NEED - PART 2
DON’T SAY YOU RELATE
It’s March 27, 2025. I turned 23 five days ago. That’s why I’m writing this. It’s been at least six months since the day I wrote part one. What the hell am I doing with my short, precious time?
I felt much more eager in the past about fulfilling this creative outlet than I do now. But I also haven’t felt much eagerness toward anything, in all honesty. That’s fine — I’m not beating myself up too much about it because, all things considered, I do a lot throughout each day that requires patience and perseverance that my younger self would be amazed by.
I try to think about it from that perspective, but then I remember that these years are the most crucial. They’re the years of self-discovery, the foundation of the rest of my life. I want a lot for myself. I want to be successful. To me, that means being financially comfortable, rich in relationships with family and friends, and always fulfilling those creative thoughts. Right now, I feel like I’m wasting what could be one of my biggest purposes. I’m done feeling that way.
This is a letter I wrote to myself, and if it resonates, it’s for you too. A little creative pep talk.
No one is coming to save you.
The only person who notices how much you’re slacking and ignoring yourself is you. Time is slipping by. You sit on your creative plans, watching them gather dust, until they’re so distant they don’t even fit into your life anymore. Not to say it becomes too late to create. But when your art is rooted in your voice and perspective, the time to act is now. That’s what makes it human.
The only person who truly knows how limitless your potential is, is you. You know your deepest desire is to be seen — not for your physical qualities, but for your intense, radiant soul. You crave connection with all walks of life, people of all ages.
Your God-given talent is rare.
And even though it feels like life has chipped away at your spunk and edge, I know you’re still in there. You hold yourself to a high standard because you know what you’re capable of. You weren’t given these ideas and passions for no reason. Make something of them. Work at it. Go deeper. Tweak it. Be consistent.
You would rather fail than be someone mediocre who never even tried. One day, you need to look back knowing you gave it everything. It’s not about being the greatest or the best. It’s about doing things that make you proud. Things that represent who you are. The people in your life already see you in the little details. Just like certain things remind you of them, they think of you too. Your impact is real.
If these are your desires in life, it’s time to get to work. The only person with this deep urge to create is you. Be the person you need because no one else is going to. Not your partner, your friends, not even your therapist. No one knows your depth the way you do. Prove to yourself that you can create something original.
People can support you, but the work is yours alone. Growth comes from discomfort, and putting things off out of fear or doubt is still a choice… just not one that serves you. Taking messy action is better than waiting for the perfect time. Do it tired. Do it scared. Do it alone. Do it for you.
You want to live a life where you are truly confident. Not just externally, but in the deep, unshakable belief that you WILL be the person you need. Because you already ARE.
