Here are some of the experiences that I am having at the moment. Some of these things are stuff that I have struggled with and/or felt bad about at some point in time. I’m learning to accept them.

Feeling unsure of your personal style and not really knowing the kinds of things that you like.

Not having a ‘best friend’.

Wanting new hobbies but feeling overwhelmed about where and how to start.

Having indeterminate, nebulous relationships with the people in your life.

Learning how to spend a bit of money on yourself but also worrying about spending too much.

Feeling bad about not experiencing the ‘teenage obsession’ that is mythologised in pop culture.

Also worrying about growing up and not making the most of your teenage years.

Never been in a relationship before.

Developing a healthier relationship with your body and your appearance.

Moving out for the first time and having to look after yourself.

Missing experiences that you had in high school.

Also feeling like you missed out on high school experiences because of the pandemic and having mental health struggles.

Feeling like you’re learning how to perceive and interact with the world all over again.

Still loving the same person that you did when you were 13.

Leaning towards reading more nonfiction/essay collections.

Learning to let things (and people) go.