“You are damaged but not destroyed – share your journey. Be vulnerable. Be honest, open and transparent.” Mae Berenice Meite a letter to her younger self

Mae Berenice Meite posted a letter to her younger self on her Instagram sharing advices and experiences.

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Mae Berenice Meite posted it as a letter to her younger self but I think it might be a good read for many athletes and not only athletes.

“Healing is an on going process, one I started in 2018 and really hit me hard for the past 2 years. I always tell you that I want to share my journey, be vulnerable, but in order to do so, I had to make peace, to start processing those deep wounds.

To the little Mae who needed to hear this…

1. (2004 – 10 y.o) Baby Mae, you are naturally gifted – don’t ever doubt it & don’t let people tell you otherwise. You are a hard worker, dedicated to her craft, and I acknowledge your accomplishments. Your mindset is one of a kind, keep nurturing it as you grow and evolve.
2. (2011 – 16 y.o) You are a leader, a powerhouse, your passion is unmatched, let it fuel you. Nurture your playful approach to challenges, and never take anything for granted. Enjoy and celebrate every accomplishments, as little as they might seem to you.
3. (2011 – 17 y.o) You are not too fat, you are becoming a woman and I’ll guide you and equip you with all the knowledge, resources and guidance necessary for you to understand how to master the powerful tool that your body is.
4. (2014 – 19 y.o) You got some recognition but remain humble. Don’t let your ego take over. Yes you are gifted and talented, you work hard but now is time for you to work smart. Don’t settle in comfort. Work on those details so you can go from good to great.
5. (2016 – 21 y.o) You only got one body, one knee baby girl, take the time to heal it. Have faith in your gift and discipline, you will be able to come back – stronger than you think. Don’t think you have to overdo it to prove. Take care of yourself. Physically. Spiritually. Mentally. Take the time to heal, because no one else will do it for you.
6. (2018 – 23 y.o) Keep affirming your personality and who you TRULY are. Don’t be afraid of being judged. Not understood, even by those closest to you. It is ok to disagree, you don’t have to please them. Keep standing up for yourself and your beliefs, you are doing amazing!
7. (2019 – 25 y.o) This is a pivotal moment in your career: you made the greatest choice for yourself, change is about to come. Know that God is equipping you for your true purpose. Enjoy your last international medal for a while, it’s gonna be wild.
8. (2019 – 25 yo) You are more resourceful than you think you are. Everything that you do will make sense. Keep moving forward. Keep expressing yourself. Keep being out there. Opportunities will be abundant because of who you are.
9. You will never be the same, but you have to let go. Let go of the weights you kept holding with you. Allow yourself some grace. Give yourself your overdue appreciation. Keep going on. Your brain, your experience and your knowledge will take you places. Just believe. Committed. Be disciplined. And keep growing. This is your blessing in disguise. Everything will make sense now, remain aware and keep progressing.
10. (2023 – 29 y.o) You are damaged but not destroyed -cc Michael Todd – share your journey. Be vulnerable. Be honest, open and Transparent. You don’t need to hide anymore. You are loved. You are supported. Walk in faith, and you will see. “

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