It seems like Taylor Swift is everywhere now and while I’m incredibly grateful that she’s blessing the world with her presence, I find that many people don’t understand the depth of love that OG Swifties have for her.

Dear younger self,

Please know that the confusion consuming you right now will not last forever. One day, it will all be crystal clear. Check-in with yourself. Get in the habit of asking yourself how you feel and what it is that you actually want. Your desires are valid and they matter. Find peace in the fact that what you don’t yet know will eventually be what sets you free. Free from the people who try to tell you who you should be, free from the expectations of others, free from society saying what is an acceptable life.

I was a sophomore in high school when I had to take a career aptitude test. I was told that this test would determine what kind of career field I would excel in. It asked me about my likes and interests, gave me a few scenarios to choose from, and then it calculated where my strengths and passions would lead me. After my score was calculated, I had a meeting with my teacher to review the results.

Wellness is an active process that involves a constant pursuit of a healthy and fulfilling life. It requires us to be aware of the choices we make every day and align those decisions with our goals. When we think of the word “healthy” we oftentimes assume it simply means eating well, exercising regularly, getting eight hours of sleep, and drinking enough water. However, wellness is not just that. It’s an ongoing process of change and growth.