Greetings, friends, this is my second participation in the contest organized by this community. A question that invites us in one way or another to reflect, and I have reflected a lot to be able to give the most sincere answer:
Topic: If you could talk to your younger self?
I invite my Hive colleagues @ismeris, @cayitus63, and @mariiale1979 to participate in this thought-provoking contest. Here is the link so everyone can participate:
https://peakd.com/@indiaunited/indiaunited-new-contest-and-last-192f8ed44b352
During a free moment I had today, Saturday, when I took my daughter to the park near our house, I sat and watched her and thought about this very disturbing question. I looked at my daughter and it was like seeing myself at that age, and I imagined that at 12 years old, it's difficult to understand many things. If I had to hypothetically go back to when I was young and talk to myself, I would want to be 19.
19 was the age where I believe I began to mature and see life differently.
Before talking to my younger self, I'd like to tell you that when I was younger, I dreamed of being a great athlete. I imagined myself competing, feeling the adrenaline and excitement of winning. But life, as you know, has its own plans. I married very young; by 18, I was already living with my partner and pregnant. I thought love would be enough to build a perfect future. However, reality was different. After several years, we separated. It was painful, but I learned that sometimes, letting go is the best thing you can do.
After my first divorce, I found myself alone with two young children. I decided I had to fight for them and for myself. I became a physical education teacher, something I had always loved. Although my salary isn't the best, at least it allows me to feed us and cover the basics. Sometimes it's a challenge, but every day at school reminds me why I chose this profession. Seeing children enjoy sports and learn about teamwork fills me with joy. Although I've often thought about looking for other job opportunities, I always return to the education sector because it's what I trained for.
After my first marriage, I thought things would get better. I remarried, believing I'd found the right person. But that relationship also ended, and although it hurt, I understood that not all stories have a happy ending. Sometimes the most valuable lessons come from the most difficult experiences. It's been difficult, but I've had to learn many things the hard way, but it's helped me overcome the obstacles I've encountered.
Now, I live with my mother, who has always been by my side. Although there are days when the burden seems heavy, her support sustains me. Together, we've faced life's ups and downs. And despite the difficulties, I always try to find the light in the darkness and see the good in life.
If I could talk to my younger self, I would tell her not to be afraid to be authentic and follow her passions. Life is a journey full of ups and downs, but every step counts. And most importantly, always surround yourself with love and support. And that family and good friends are the most important. Knowing that you are not alone and that you have the love of your children and your mother—that's what truly matters. I would tell her to never give up, to keep fighting, and that sometimes not everything will go as planned, but that there will be wonderful unexpected things.
So here I am, with my children by my side, feeling that, despite everything, my story is one of struggle, love, and hope. And that gives me the strength to keep going.
I used Google Translate; my language is Spanish.
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