To Past Me,
This letter is for you, there was a time—not too long ago—when you gave so much of yourself to others that there was hardly anything left for you. You wore your generosity like a badge of honour, thinking that selflessness was the highest virtue. You said yes when you wanted to say no. You gave even when you were empty. And slowly, quietly, you forgot what it meant to be you.
But I see you now. And I know how tired you were.
You didn’t realise it at the time, but constantly putting yourself last was not noble—it was exhausting. You started to feel invisible in your own life. You were functioning, yes, but not truly living. And one day, you looked in the mirror and asked: “What happened to me?”
That was the moment everything began to change.
You began to realise that self-love isn’t indulgent—it’s essential. That taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s foundational. You made a promise to yourself that 2023 would be the year that started with you. Not because others didn’t matter, but because you finally understood that you do.
You created what you now call The Aviiana Wellness Program—a daily practice of nurturing five key dimensions of wellness:
Physical Activity – You moved your body with joy instead of punishment. You honoured it with strength, flexibility, and rest.
Nutrition – You nourished your body with food that supported your hormones, gut, and overall energy.
Sleep – You prioritised quality rest and created space for recovery and renewal.
Mindset – You carved out space for reflection and gratitude. You softened your inner voice and invited more calm in.
Breath – You gave your nervous system what it craved: pause, presence, and conscious breathing.
Each day, you gave yourself six intentional minutes in each of these areas. Not hours. Just minutes. Because small, consistent acts of care lead to profound change.
You also began the brave work of setting boundaries. You stopped saying “yes” when it cost you peace. You stopped over-explaining. You started asking yourself, “Does this serve me too?” And sometimes, you chose you—not with guilt, but with grace.
It wasn’t easy at first. The habits of neglect run deep. But you stayed with it. You gave yourself patience and kindness. You unlearned the belief that your worth was tied to productivity or people-pleasing. You found your voice again.
And slowly, the world around you began to shift. Not because people changed—but because you did.
Looking back, the real turning point wasn’t a dramatic event. It was a quiet decision: to make yourself a priority. To be your own advocate. To start showing up for yourself like you always had for others.
Now, you shine—not because life is perfect, but because you are aligned. Your joy isn’t performative, it’s true. And the beautiful part? In choosing yourself, you didn’t abandon others—you inspired them. Your journey became a mirror for those around you to reflect on their own lives.
So, to anyone reading this who feels like they’ve lost themselves—this letter is for you, too.
Ask yourself:
When was the last time I checked in with me?
What would it look like to take up space in my own life again?
What do I need, right now, that I’ve been denying myself?
Know that it’s okay to start small. Know that you deserve the same love and care you give so freely to others. And know that it’s never too late to begin again—with kindness, with intention, with you at the centre.
With love and unwavering belief,
Your Future Self
