February 11, 2025
Compassionate letter to myself

Dear Celine Ong,

I want you to take a deep breath and be gentle with yourself right now. I know that you're feeling overwhelmed and disappointed in yourself because of the mistakes you've made.

First of all, please acknowledge that everyone makes mistakes. It's a natural part of growth, learning, and exploration. Even the most successful and confident people have made mistakes along the way.

Your mistakes do not define your worth as a person. You are so much more than your errors. You are a unique, talented, and capable individual with so much to offer.

Rather than beating yourself up over what went wrong, try to focus on what you can learn from these experiences. What would you do differently next time? What skills or knowledge do you need to acquire to avoid similar mistakes in the future?

Remember that self-compassion is key. Treat yourself with the same kindness, understanding, and patience that you would offer to a friend in a similar situation.

You are doing the best you can, and that's something to be proud of. Don't give up on yourself, even when things seem tough. You have the strength and resilience to bounce back and keep moving forward.

Keep in mind that mistakes are an opportunity for growth and improvement. You can choose to let these experiences break you or make you stronger.

I believe in you and your abilities. You got this!

With love and compassion,

Celine Ong