Isn't it just exhausting, the constant thinking, the constant worrying? Don't you get tired over-analyzing every minute detail? When did you become like this? I never would have guessed. For someone as beautiful and talented as you are, I sure am surprised at how nervous you have made yourself. What was it that made you act this way? Hasn't your whole entire life been full of loving family and loyal friends? You've always gotten positive reviews from those around you- except from the jealous ones. Don't you get along with everybody? I mean, honestly! You have never had any trouble meeting people- they gravitate toward you and enjoy your personality, your unique qualities. Not many people can strike up a conversation with a stranger like you can. Not just anyone can feel comfortable around virtually every type of person. What is it that makes you so unsure? What is it that makes you so self-critical? The uncertainty swells inside you, finds a home. Pulling, tearing, aching. It consumes you. What the hell is there to be concerned with? Please, lighten up. What? You think you're awkward in social settings? You think anyone really cares that much about your every move? You think they hang on your every word? They don't. People like you. They look up to you. They are simultaneously intrigued and intimidated by all that you have to offer. Don't fret. You are truly interesting. You are genuinely kind and compassionate. If someone doesn't like you, fuck them. You probably don't like them either, so why do you care so damn much? Leading a happy life is not that complicated, and you don't even know that you already have it figured out. Life gives you back what you send out. If you live simply and consciously; if you are kind and positive; if you enjoy laughter and don't take yourself too seriously; if, at the core of your being, you value goodness and appreciate good times, I promise you this- life won't abandon you. It will scoop you up and embrace you. Though you are insignificant in the scheme of existence, you are so important to those around you. Love people, love music, love nature, love what you love, love loving. You can't go wrong if you just take a few deep breaths, take a moment to reflect on the immense joy and wonder that is your being, and move forward with positivity and light. You have led a beautiful life so far. And there is much beauty to be lived. So live it.