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Dear Future Me,

I hope you won't recognize yourself 1 year later.

The dreams that is always in your head but never manifest in reality -- may it becomes the latter and continously dream again and again yet never be servant to your failure -- be an emperor of your destiny.

Continue to aspire even when the clouds in sky tells opposite. If things get tough, don't drown in suffering -- swim in it, look for a way to drain the things that make you feel worthless, tired, and dreadful.

Speak in a manner that is not enigmatic. Thrive to become an effective communicator as it would not just help you garner interpesonal relationship but also to give voice to what is deep within yourself that your lexicon cannot grasp into.

Move with colors, express your creative self through visual arts created by your own hands. Learn art be it through physical or digital means. Create don't just absorb.

I hope that I'm no longer lingering within you when you are reading this a year from now. Buried dead -- not alive. As you are enjoying the new scent of flowers that has grown on my grave -- for nothing has flowered within me when I'm the former me.

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Dear PUP,

Hindi ko pa alam kung anong mga pagsubok at "danas" ang haharapin ko sa loob ng sintang katulad mo. Marami na akong narinig at nabasang hindi maganda tungkol sa'yo, at aaminin kong dumagdag lahat ng 'yon sa pag-aalinlangan kong tumuloy at tanggapin ang imbitasyon mo. Subalit, sa patuloy kong pag-unawa at pagtanggap sa kapalaran kong ito, patuloy ko ring nakikilala at natututunan ang mga daang tinahak na ng ilang libong kabataang nangarap at nangangarap katulad ko; patuloy kong nasisilayan ang liwanag ng tala mong gumagabay sa mga kabataang patuloy na lumalaban ng patas.

Walang perkpekto sa mundo, maging ang sintang paaralang katulad mo. Puno ka man ng masasalimuot na komento, haka-haka, o kwento, ang mahalaga ay mas nagiisang katulad mo—handang tanggapin ang mga salat ngunit may utak, ang mga baguhan pero may ipinaglalaban, at maging ang mga hindi sigurado pero handang harapin ng may tapang ang reyalidad sa mundo.

Sintang paaralan, nawa'y sa kabila ng mga dadanasin ko sa loob mo, itanim mo pa rin sa akin kung ano ang mga dapat kong matutunan, itago mo sa akin ang mga ala-alang dapat kong balikan kapag malaya na ako sa'yo, at ipakita mo sa akin kung anong ningning ng kibukasan ang naghihintay sa akin.

Mahuman ra ni.

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To my future self,

This year has been a rollercoaster ride for us no? Who would've thought that we will experience these things, that even younger us won't expect. And it's all because we "step out of our comfort zone."

Meeting new people, going on a self trust journey, and even experiencing the highs and lows of being in an "almost" relationship haha! All of it were all meaningful experiences that I will forever cherish, as I know it will help us shape who we are becoming.

I'm always so proud of you, kahit na nahihirapan na tayo you still chose to show up. You're so strong, and you're also not scared to show any vulnerability. You always put other people's needs before yours, but this time unahin naman muna natin ang sarili natin. :')

You are loved and I know that you are deserving and worthy of it, so stop looking for it from someone else. You are loved by our family, friends, and even Him. So don't rush in finding love, because I know that the right person will come in His perfect timing. <3

I want you to remember na you're not hard to love, even in your hard days. You are enough, regardless of what other people say. ^^

So right now, let's prioritize our growth and our studies. Let's get that degree and reach our dreams! Girl magpayaman ka! Tsaka na yang jowa na yan. 🙄

Also, a reminder that always cherish and appreciate the present moments. Always be kind to others, kasi like us they're also surviving. And always know, whether to step up or step out in someone's life if you feel na you're not wanted anymore.

Keep going babe. I love you always, in all ways.

Sincerely,

Someone who will never get tired of dreaming. ☁️💫

clue: a lefty!

to everyone who's reading: i hope we all heal from the things we don't talk about. :')

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Dear Future Me (codename: 3rd),

First and foremost, thank you so much for surviving and living! I really hope you are genuinely happy and that you’ve achieved your dreams, whether it’s RPm, medicine, or law. Just always remember to be kind to everyone. Isn’t it funny that if you’re reading this after five or ten years, you’ll think, “Oh, that was me years ago”? How fast the night changes (play Night Changes by 1D 🎶).

Just enjoy life, because it really moves fast without you noticing. So embrace every day, live life to the fullest, because you only live once (YOLO!). I hope you appreciate the things and the people around you more, and I hope you’re now traveling around the world with your parents and ate!

If you’ve already achieved your career dream (which I really hope you have), give yourself a big pat on the back. you deserve it, babe. You earned that! I hope you appreciate yourself more, and when you read this in the future, you’ll remember the struggles, your journey, and how you overcame it all to get this far. So relax, and keep in mind that you’re on your own pace. I’m so, so proud of you!

P.S. This is actually so wholesome. luv the idea, kudos to GLAM!

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dear future ellie,

hi, how are you? by the time i’m writing this, you’ve just begun your journey as a college freshman, finally taking up psychology—the dream program we whispered about. a lot happened today, you realized one thing: everything is possible.

so please, don’t ever bury our dreams again. hold them close, chase them with everything you have, no matter how long it takes. you’ll get there, step by step. and when the road feels too heavy, when things don’t go our way, remember: it’s okay to pause, to rest, to breathe. resting is not the same as giving up. we will rise again and keep fighting for our dreams.

ellie, never forget why you started. keep believing in the little girl who once prayed and cried for this moment. we owe it to her, you owe it to yourself.

right now, you’re scared. i know. but this fear will pass. you’re always stronger than you think. take care of yourself, prioritize your well-being, and learn to let go of people who no longer bring good into your life.

i hope that when you read this again one day, you’ll be in a better place. happy, content, peaceful, and living the life we once dreamed of.

i love you. always. and remember, at the end of the day, we are our only ally, so hug yourself a little tight tonight.

love,

ellie (2025) <3

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Dear future self,

Was it all worth it?

I know you know better than me, but I could really use some guidance right now.

I feel trapped. I feel like I'm not getting better. I feel like it's getting worse but I keep denying it. I know that everything takes time. Looking back, I really did survive lots of kinds of hell. but that doesn't make me ready to keep facing worse. I'm tired. My mind is in a constant state of stress, I feel like my social skills are declining, I feel like I'm wasting my time. There are a lot of questions and a lot of things on my mind right now as it has always been. But this time, I'm just really worried. Yes, there has been notable changes in my life. Some things improved, some stayed the same, but that doesn't change how I feel about my situation. I'm confused, and tired, and I keep questioning myself if I'm on the right path...

But still, I have but one thing to ask—love yourself more than you hate it. Please learn how to be gentler and kind, not just to everyone, but most importantly, yourself. You did such a great job holding on and existing up until that point—which is ironic because we never intended to stay for too long to begin with. Love yourself the way you love other people. Put yourself first, and may you finally know real internal peace. Take care of everyone, but don't forget about yourself. Always put you abige everything else.

I trust that whatever it is that you've been through have a purpose in our journey.

I love you. You did so well and I'm proud of you for it.

- salt air.

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To my fellow freshmen and to myself: 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠.

College life feels like a new world—exciting, overwhelming, and unpredictable.
Some days you’ll be proud of yourself,
and other days you’ll whisper “𝙛𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙” under your breath more times than you can count.
But that’s part of it. That’s how growth happens.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 is the best teacher.
You don’t have to have it all figured out today.
Let things flow, let some things go—
because sometimes, learning comes only after you 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘭𝘦.

Dream big, aim high, but don’t lose your 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆.
Your brightest smile is not built on achievements alone,
but on how kind and grounded you remain.

Work hard, but know your limits.
Rest when you need to.
You don’t always have to carry everything on your shoulders.
You’re not weak for pausing—
𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻.

Be gentler with yourself.
Mistakes don’t define you; they guide you.
Every failure, every wrong turn,
is just proof that you dared to try.

And when the pressure builds, 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝗽.
𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘶𝘱. 𝘊𝘳𝘺. 𝘓𝘢𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘳.

𝘚𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘪𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰.
Releasing the weight doesn’t make you less strong—
it makes you more 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞.

You’ll want to do everything at once, chase every path, 𝙨𝙖𝙮 𝙮𝙚𝙨 to it all.
But remember, even fire has to slow its burn to keep shining.
You’re allowed to take things one step at a time.

Keep your friends close. Cherish the ones who stay.
You’ll need them, and they’ll need you.
Because college 𝙞𝙨𝙣’𝙩 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚.

So here’s to us, 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝓼𝓱𝓶𝓮𝓷 —still learning, still fumbling,
still figuring out what kind of people we want to be.

We don’t need to have all the answers yet.
We just need to keep moving forward, one day at a time.

In the end, it’s not about being perfect—it’s about being 𝖇𝖗𝖆𝖛𝖊 𝖊𝖓𝖔𝖚𝖌𝖍 𝖙𝖔 𝖇𝖊𝖌𝖎𝖓.

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Dear self,

I know that you are lost right now. You don't know what path you are going to take after this journey but remember to continue seeking God's guidance and wisdom. Always remember that the Lord God will guide in your path, He already has the plans for you. Just trust Him and pray. Don't give up, my love! Always look on your Bible and check the verse, Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord, with all your heart and don't lean on your own understanding. In all your ways, submit to Him and He will make your path straight! May God bless you!

Love, M.

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Dear future eaa,

Hi! How are you? I hope you're in a better place now. We're still in the adjustment period, but honestly, I'm struggling. I'm starting to feel the pressure, and I don't know if I can survive this college life. There are so many "what ifs" running throught my mind—

What if I just took a gap year?

What if I went abroad instead?

But out of all the "what ifs," I still choose to believe that even though I'm here, I can make it. Even if I'm not the smartest, I can do this.

But... can I really?

I pray that you're no longer the girl who feels lost in the streets. I hope you've found the right path and the right people to walk with you on your journey. And if you ever find yourself in a difficult position again, choose to be grateful still–because remember, you once prayed for this.

You are blessed.

You are loved.

(And yes, you're also very pressured–hhshshs, jk... or maybe not.)

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Heyyyy,

So uhm... How's it going? It's been so long. Have you harvested the seeds you planted? Did it grow successfully like you are right now? Or did it die too early? Hopefully you can see yourself being in a Physics Field profession right now. I guess... I'm proud of you. Of how far you've come. How about your lovelife? Hahahaha you still friends with the guy named Félix from NL? Nevermind him, he is out of your league. You deserve way better. Never settle less for him. Keep him only as your friend. Did you go abroad? Did u take masters and PhD? I hope you did, cause I know u wanted to be a professor in a university. If you're a professor now, you better be teaching at M.I.T. or OXFORD. Hahaha. But nonetheless, I hope you're notorious for being a nonchalant, unapproachable, antagonistic, terror professor. I mean that's what you wanted anyway 😭 to be like Dr. Carlsen from your favorite book! "The Love Hypothesis" eh? Hehe. If u forgot about it, I suggest u to re-read it on your free time, Professor. 😉 Don't forget to pray for guidance to god. Always spend time with your family. Go easy on yourself too.

- Lovelots, 18 yrs. Old, S.A. < 3

(9/15/25)

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Dear Future Self,

Hi, I am your 18 yrs old self. Yesterday is our birthday. If you remember we've been through a lot bad luck however we made that day a memorable. I just wanted you know, you don't have to be better. Just be consistent through your doings and that's enough. I know that we always pressured ourselves in many things. But, I want you and me to improve and become a calm and positive person. Even you face different problems don't forget who you are. Don't change yourself for anyone and for a problem. Be happy to your life and made a decision that is not last for a minute but for long.

Goodluck to you, My future self!

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Dear Future Me,

Dear Future Me,

I hope you can finally do something for yourself. Let's learn from this experience and stop giving everything just because you want to be there for them. You're strong, I know that you're strong since you were able to overcome the challenges that you've faced. If the person who promised us to pursue us once again once we reached our dream can't fulfil his promise, then maybe he's really not the one for us. Maybe I did the right thing by finally choosing ourselves? Love can wait, let's focus on our dream for now.

With love,

The Girl who finally chose herself

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To my younger self,

I'm sorry I was not able to protect you from all the hurt and traumas you have been through. I'm so sorry I was not there to warn you that salt looks like sugar, that life is not all about rainbows and colors, and people would not always be there for you. I wish I could meet you and hug you. I know you were confused. I wish I could wipe that tears in your eyes. I'm sorry you tolerated all of that pain. You didn't deserve all the bad things that you've went through just to be here you deserved to be loved and everything good in this world. I am proud of you, my self. You're still here. I'm here. Thank you for keeping the promise that no matter what happens, we will be strive to move forward. We will be happy for all the small wins we had. I will live for you and all the things we promised to make in this life.

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Dear future self,

I am so excited to see where this journey takes you. Everything seems tough right now, but don't worry—you can do it.

You don't have to work so hard to please everyone. Learn to be yourself. If they can't accept you for that, then that's on them. You are worth it and you are loved.

The future ahead may be scary, but I know that you can do it. You are strong. And I love you 💜

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Dear PUP GLAM Ambassadors,

Welcome to this Padlet space created just for you — a place to share your messages, thoughts, and reflections as if writing a letter to your future self.

𝒲𝒽𝑒𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓃𝑜𝓉𝑒 𝒾𝓈 𝒽𝑜𝓅𝑒𝒻𝓊𝓁, 𝒽𝑜𝓃𝑒𝓈𝓉, 𝓂𝑒𝓈𝓈𝓎, 𝑜𝓇 𝒷𝑒𝒶𝓊𝓉𝒾𝒻𝓊𝓁𝓁𝓎 𝓊𝓃𝒻𝒾𝓃𝒾𝓈𝒽𝑒𝒹, 𝒾𝓉 𝒽𝑜𝓁𝒹𝓈 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓅𝓇𝑜𝑜𝒻 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓁𝒾𝓋𝑒𝒹, 𝓉𝓇𝒾𝑒𝒹, 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓁𝑜𝓋𝑒𝒹. Now it’s your turn to leave your mark, to confess, or simply share what your future self might need to hear.