1: Talk to your peers more, instead of being painfully shy and feeling left out. 2: Just go to Prom, if not you'll always regret it. 3: Write down what's going on more, you'll regret it in a few years, when you can't remember what went on. 4: Just live in the moment, especially the happy ones.
I am 21 and going through such a hard time right now, where everything feels messy, and I'm trying my best to go with the flow and follow my feelings and my instincts, but depressed moments get the best of me. I am so grateful for this video and I'm rewatching it, to let it sink in! Thank you once again, for such an amazing video!
Women's brain is not fully developed until the age of 25 (plus minus, that's what latest research shows). I personally believe this because till the age of around 25 I struggled with so much regarding myself, that I am now (29 years old) so over it and wouldn't let them bother me for even a second. Although life doesn't get any easier as you get older, a more defined personality that develops (is developing all the time actually, but especially in that age) in that time definitely helps with how we view things. We all know that teenage years are tough...but so is early adolescence and nobody really talks about it cause you're already supposed to be adult once you can start drinking alcohol legally. What I'm trying to say is that these early 20s are tough... but it will also pass so keep that in mind. Hope this helped a little bit. :) disclaimer: obviously if you're talking about 'true' psychiatric definition of depression, it's not as easy as I described and should be dealt with professionally.
Things I would tell my younger self: 1. Nobody cares if you shave your legs or not. Or rather, they do care, but you shouldn't you you'll learn to not mind it. 2. Good and close friends will come, once you allow yourself to open up and be open about who you are. 3. You are so, so capable of love and closeness. I know it feels like no one ever sticks around and you're always the odd one out, but you won't always be. You will find a best friend who calls you at 1am for a chat, and groups of friends who will laugh at your jokes and enjoy having you around. 4. You are capable of so much happiness, and it will come in the least likely times, but it will fill you like a balloon and last for months at a time, and it is all worth the wait. Thank you for this, Ingrid!
I think I’d have 1,128 things to tell my younger self 😂 thanks for your wisdom and being such a big inspiration to many including myself. Wish I would have started doing what I love a long time ago, but you can’t go backward only forward! So here we are 😊
1. Stop worrying about being perfect - live your life for you, not everyone around you. 2. Stand up for yourself - your voice matters, too. 3. Hiding who you are is not the best way to live your life. Liking both guys and girls will never make you any less of a person. I could go on with things I'd tell my younger self, but I'll stick to those 3.
I would tell my younger self, 1. STOP doubting yourself. It’s a waste of time, and you’re so capable. 2. It’s okay to take the time you need to heal; don’t worry about the peer pressure to follow a certain timeline in life. Everything will work out. 3. Nobody cares about those zits on your chin, that your socks don’t match, that your hair is a bit greasy. People are all worrying about themselves, and the way they look, just like you are.
1"Being desired wont make you feal better in your body, so change the way you see yourself instead of trying to change the way others see you." 2"Living like there is no tomorow is not cool its destrutive and you will suffer from it, stop runing away"
*I had such a horrible day at school, thank you so much for always making me smile, Ingrid! Please upload as many videos as you can, you're amazing and make me very happy ! i hope i can work hard through my videos and meet you one day ! Who else loves her? :)*
I feel #22 so much! And here are my three things I would tell my younger self: 1. Don't be afraid of interacting with people and try to think less about what they think about you. If you are curious about someone as a friend or even more, just go and do small talk! 2. Do not think that trying out a study and quit it halfway through is a waste of time. It is rather a time full of new life experiences! 3. Do not cut your hair while being a toddler. Well, just never cut your own hair unless you are qualified to do so.
I loved this. I am going to jot down a list for myself. One thing I would tell my younger self is that empathy is the only way to eliminate shame. So be vulnerable with people because so many wonderful relationships will come from it.
"Being present and willing to learn is better than being perfect" WOW! That one hit home so hard for me today! THANK YOU Ingrid, you always know what to say to make me feel better
loved this video xoxoxoxo What I would tell my younger self: (1) yes it is anxiety and yes you will be able to live through it and still be able to succeed; (2) stop wasting your time over people that are just using you- focus on what you want instead of what you think you want or what you think you should have in your life; (3) realize that at the end of the day, all you need is yourself, so please start building a relationship within yourself instead of finding it outside of you; (4) there's more than one way to live life- open up and educate yourself on things that might be different than you; you'll come to learn about it eventually, but start now, it will be easier on you in the future
My favourite quotes: 1. Every problem is just an opportunity in disguise 2. There's always another way, you just haven't thought of it yet They are both so true and I really live by them. xx
Sometimes it’s so helpful to hear the things you you already know deep down from someone else. Keep going, no feeling is final. That’s a major inspiration for me at the moment ❤️ Thank you Ingrid, you are wise beyond your years
That Rilke quote was the cherry on top. Such a beautiful and inspiring video Ingrid. I'd tell my younger self: not to settle, falling in love with the confort zone kills the spirit and makes you bitter. dont do it.
I love your thought on confidence and arrogance being separated by gratitude!! I’m in a really bad rut the past couple of days, and even your 5 minutes of positivity and realism helps me a lot. Thank you Ingrid ❤️❤️🌈🌈
Just watched this and it was so incredible. To my younger self I would say: You are so awesome and you are on the right path -so quit worrying what other other people think of you!
Haven't watched your videos in ages and this is what I came back to. What a great reintroduction to the beautiful Ingrid. You're a genuine gem. You'd be a great mother someday.
This video reminds me of the quote I have in my room: "Be the person you needed when you were younger." I wish I could go back to my younger self and give advise but it's impossible. So I try at least to use my "wisdom" for giving advise to people who are younger.
i absolutely loved this video. 3 Things id tell myself: (1) having lunch alone, not going out to every party and just doing things alone is not sad it makes you a strong person. (2) even friends can be toxic, put yourself first. please eat and take care of yourself. (3) I know youre scared but just do it cause it will bring you so many wonderful things. LOTS OF LOVE INGRID! xxxx
This was so lovely and I will definitely take some things you said with myself through the years.💛 Even though I am still quite young there are few things I would say to slightly younger self. 1. Listen to your body, something is going on and I know the doctors won’t listen but don’t give up the hope. The help will come but it will be a hard journey to recovery. 2. Don’t ever let anyone else define how you feel or how you should look like. You are beautiful and strong. And it’s totally okay to have mixed emotions. 3. People will come and go but that shouldn’t break you down. You will find amazing friends who support you and push you to take chances you are too scared to take.💛
I can totally feel this. I'm in my mid 20's, I'm 25 now, and so many things you said in this video actually make me cry. They are so true. :'( thanks for this video Ingrid. I've been your follower since always!
Ingrid you're so wise! I've been watching your videos since I was 16 in 2011. You always put a smile on my face :D I'd tell my younger self: don't stress too much, everything will fall into place. Just the way it's suppose to be.
I love this! Here are a couple things I’d tell my younger self. 1) It’s ok to feel like you don’t know what your doing with your life. Despite what you think you do actually have your shit together and in reality no path is final. Enjoy the adventure and learning that comes with each day. 2) There is nothing wrong with having anxiety. It’s just a part of who you are and learning to recognize it is the biggest step you’ll take to being able to manage it. When in doubt just breathe.
This video is so nice! I’m 22 and i feel lost. I have so many goals, and many others have achieved what I want, yet to me these goals seem unattainable. I’m still struggling to find my true career path and it seems the rest of my goals are following.. this video was a breath of fresh air! Thank youuu
Love this Ingrid! A few things I’d tell my younger self: 1) You’re not a failure. Another door is opening with far greater opportunities than any you leave behind. 2) Pay attention to what your mind & body is telling you. 3) Love harder. Be more kind!
Definitely one of my favorite videos of yours! "don't let someone else drive the car down the path of your life. Take the keys and drive it yourself." and "Liking girls is totally normal and okay. So let yourself enjoy the butterflies." were my favorites from this. Love you Ingrid!
This was totally heartwarming and lovely, Ingrid. I think my main thing I'd tell myself is: it is OK to let toxic relationships go and to allow yourself to move on without regret
as somebody who was always silenced as a child and ended up being terrified of talking, I would tell my younger self - your voice matters and what you have to say is not weird or stupid, its important and its your right as a human being to be able to express your opinions
I love watching videos like this! 2 things I'd tell my younger self are 1) you can be more than what they expected of you. 2)you are enough and you are important
Favorite quotes in this video: The real magic is saying no. Mean what you say and say what you mean. My favorite quotes: 1. Breathe, simple as inhale and exhale. Everything will be okay. 2. Stop caring what other people think of you, don't be so hard on yourself. 3. When there's a storm; learn to dance in the rain 4. Trust in God and stop dwelling on the past. Thank you SO much for making this video; this inspired me to be a better person. I love you so much Ingrid, you are a shinning light.
you are everything, (: 1. You are not made up of those words that hurt you or that number on the scale, you are enough. 2.Grow through what you go through 3. Take the time to love yourself before you make room to love others
I admire your honest and strong heart Ingrid :) My advice to my younger Self would be: Understand that you are part of a context. Not everything is your fault or your doing. Being aware of this will not only lighten the pressure on yourself but give you more resources to change what can be changed.
Accept that not everyone is going to like you, if you are true to yourself you will attract the best kind of people. Speak up and share your opinions! Go after what you love, even if it scares you.
"Don't hold onto things that no longer serve you." Currently struggling with this one. Logically, I know it but oh so hard to reconcile my emotions with my brain!
Thanks for this, Ingrid! Didn't know how much I needed these pieces of advise until I heard it 💕 One of the quotes that keep me going on most days is something from a Filipino philosopher in my uni, it translates "Don't ask if it is difficult, ask if it is worthwhile" 😊
1.) know that being yourself is more than okay. No matter what people say, keep going because one day you'll open up more and find that being yourself is in fact, really really freaking awesome and liberating. 2.) just as others mental illness' does not define them, your anxiety does not define you. You are so much more and have the capability to help others one day and show them how wonderful they are too. 3.) don't let others take over your life or change your opinions. You'll start RU-vid one day (and come across bullies) but you kept going and realized that was in fact the right thing to do. Stay strong to who you are and what you want to do in your life. 💕 Another awesome video Ingrid!! Thank you for making these and constantly inspiring me. You don't know how much I appreciate that ❤
Honestly loved this video! Really made me think about a few things before I turned 20 next month!! I would tell my younger self to not compare yourself to others, everyone is different and unique! Hard work will pay off in the end and not everyone will love you but those who do will be there for the ride!❤️❤️❤️
I will tell my younger self : 1-You are doing great and thank you for all the decisions that you made so far . 2-thank you for not neglecting your heart feeling and trying with your body and mind to please it . 3- thank you for not giving up with your dreams.
hold up hold up “live in your truth, not in your shame” i’m not sure you meant it quite like this, but i took it as, “live doing what you love, not doing what you feel you should because you’re scared of being judged.” that hit deep
I would tell my younger self that you are more than your grades. That no one is paying as much attention to your body as you are, so stop worrying what people are thinking. And to forget about that boy -- wait for someone who treats you well and wants to be with you. Love this video, Ingrid!! x
Nice to see that sparkle in your eyes Ingrid! Thanks for sharing this video - I got a little tiny teary in a joyful and relatable way - beautiful advice -💕🙏🏽✨
Can you please do a video about maturing and loving yourself? I've struggled with loving myself and looking in the mirror sometimes or being put down because I look different. I guess just a life lesson about loving yourself and how you got to know where you stand for yourself.
The number one thing I would tell my younger self is to love yourself. There was so much self-hatred and disgust with my own body in my younger years I never allowed anyone else to love me because I couldn’t love me. Self-love is so so so important and I wish I had found it sooner.
This is awesome. Something I've learned: If you are working towards something and don't see success right away, stick with it! Projects and passions are a marathon, not a sprint. If you stay with your passion, you will look back in a few years and see how far you've come.
I would tell mysl younger self: Never apologise for how you really feel! You feelings are what make you who you are and by apologising for them and trying to ignore them, you are apologising for and trying to ignore the unique and genuine part of yourself ❤
1. Travel more! Don't be afraid to travel alone - just go! 2. Do more fun things for yourself - go out more. 3. Start running! At 30 you will learn that you really love it but wish you had more time to train
Don't be so hard on yourself, you are smart. The speed in which you lead your life will never compare to others so don't feel pressure to go on a faster pace ! These two things I wish I would of known when I was younger
This may be a sad one but "no matter how much insults you take from people around you. You are not a piece of shit, you are worthy and great and it will get better". I am 27 years old and it took me almost 10 years to deal with things that others did to me in middle and high shool (Polish education system is weird), so it's not only a message for younger me, it's for anyone who is/was bullied. Also "you won't be lonely forever".
I loved this video!! :) you are so wise and inspiring with your optimism and positivity! 3 things I would tell my younger self: Don't stress over the little things Always trust in God Be kind to yourself
1. Don't be scared and hate yourself because of your thoughts and feelings. You are not crazy and you will be ok. 2. You are your own person. Be proud of that person and never try to change who you are, even if it's for someone you love. 3. Being gay is ok! Be proud of who you are. You are more accepted that you know and you are not alone.
I loved this so much ❤❤❤ To my mini-me: "crying is a sign of strength and developing wisdom-not weakness", "you're eternally forgiven", and "you're free" ❤ Little ol' me would've thought I was insane 🤣
Ingrid! I feel like you have so much wisdom to share that you could compile it all into a book!! I always feel like you have a really refreshing and candid take on life. I have a saying called WWID (What would Ingrid do). Keep up the great content!! x
