I think an important realization for everyone to make is accepting that everyone is constantly changing. We are constantly growing, learning, and improving, and just hoping for yourself to one day be some idealized version is not very productive. The people you look up to are still learning - use what you can to do the same.

Self-motivation is super important. Whatever you're putting off, just do it. It's not that difficult.

You're not defined by your academic grades NOR your art. Obviously, put in your best effort to succeed, but you had a life before school and you'll have a life after it.

For college decision time if you choose to go: cost SHOULD be a huge factor in deciding which school to attend. There's a lot of hype behind certain schools and certain states, but no matter where you go, it's mostly your responsibility to make it a positive experience. There's no point in putting yourself in crippling debt. If you're staying in Florida, take advantage of Bright Futures, please.

Try your best, not everything is a competition, take care of yourself.

xoxo, Jules Ha