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Notes to Teenage Me (Part 3)

by Cheri Gregory

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September 22

Dear Diary: 

Today, everything went wrong. I’d been planning to go over to the neighbor’s house to swim laps, like I always do. But all afternoon their family monopolized the pool. I was so mad; they ruined my whole day.

C

To Teenage Me:

This habit of letting one obstacle stop you in your tracks will “ruin” many, many days, if you let it. 

I totally understand your disappointment.  Feeling bummed when you can’t do what you planned is normal. 

Your tendency to cling to your plans, however, is keeping you from learning how to flex when necessary. You’re giving your expectations and your feelings of being “let down” far more power than they’re worth. 

God has so much more in store! 

Proverbs 19:21

Your Future Self

 

September 23

Dear Diary:

While I was making breakfast this morning, I heard fire engines and voices over loud speakers. Turned out, a fire was blazing out of control less than a mile away! It barely missed the homes of several friends! Mother was quite panicked for a while–so was I. Then I felt SO foolish about my great distress at not being able to swim when I wanted yesterday.

C

To Teenage Me:

Perspective is a wonderful thing, isn’t it? 

I’m glad you responded to the Holy Spirit convicting you about your extreme upset over a missed swim. A tender conscience is a gift, as is willingness to learn. 

Learn to listen to the Holy Spirit even as a foul mood is starting swell within you. 

Even the biggest balloon of disappointment is quickly burst with contentment!

Philippians 4:11-13

Your Future Self

 

December 26

Dear Diary:

Well, I was hoping to label this as “the Christmas of joy” But joy to the world–at least my world–happens only when I’m with my friends. And I won’t see them for another week!

C

To Teenage Me:

You are blessed with wonderful friends, that’s for sure! And when you’re around them, you often feel happiness. 

But joy? 

Joy is waaaaay beyond mere happiness. Joy comes from a source that, unlike your friends, is always present. Emmanuel: God with you. 

Take time this week to en-JOY the greatest gift you will ever receive!

Nehemiah 8:10 & Romans 15:13

Your Future Self

 

Your Turn

What would you say to your “Teenage Me”?

  • Notes to Teenage Me
  • Notes to Teenage Me (Part 2)
  • Notes to Teenage Me (Part 3)
  • Notes to Teenage Me (Part 4)
  • Notes to Teenage Me (Part 5)
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About Cheri Gregory

I'm a collaborator at heart. With Kathi Lipp, I'm the co-author of You Don't Have to Try So Hard and Overwhelmed. With Amy Carroll, I'm the co-host of Grit 'n' Grace: The Podcast and co-author of Exhale. With Denise J. Hughes, I'm the co-author of Sensitive & Strong. I've been married to my college sweetheart, Daniel, for almost 32 years and have two adult children: Annemarie and Jonathon.

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  1. Okaasan says

    February 10, 2014 at 5:07 am

    I was always like that as well. I quickly realized how me being a grump ruined everyone else’s day as well. Not cool!

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  2. Darcey says

    February 6, 2014 at 3:21 am

    The book sounds great! Great post also.

    Reply
  3. Stephanie says

    February 6, 2014 at 12:09 am

    I’m enjoying your blog. It takes a lot of dedication to stick to this type of project and maintain life’s constants. Thank you!

    Reply
  4. catherinebrown says

    February 5, 2014 at 10:11 pm

    Great give away,would love this book.

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  5. Alicia says

    February 5, 2014 at 10:04 pm

    Makes one think….. I can be guilty of letting one this ruin my day…

    Reply
  6. Lori A. says

    February 5, 2014 at 7:17 pm

    If only as teenagers we knew what we do now – LOL!

    Reply
  7. Kristi V. says

    February 5, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    Great idea to write to yourself. Do you think your “teenage you” will listen?? Would love to win a copy of the book. Thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  8. alyssaz says

    February 5, 2014 at 3:00 pm

    You are so brave putting old journal entries out there! But I live it! I hope you continue this little series

    Reply
  9. Jill Hartley says

    February 5, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    how amazing!! happy valentines to all!!

    Reply

Hi, I’m Cheri Gregory. I’m delighted you’re here!

Cheri Gregory
I believe that every Highly Sensitive Christian woman can grow in confidence, candor, and contentment.

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