If I can go back to my 13 year old self and give her advice here is what I would say:
You are beautiful inside and out.- Don’t worry about what others think, just be yourself and that’s what will make you great.
- Boys will come and go, the ones who won’t break your heart are the ones who will matter in your life.
- Believe in yourself, there will be plenty of people around you who will believe in you.
- When you meet unkind people in this world, let it go, hating them will only hurt you not them.
Enjoy everyday now, you’re living in the most carefree time of your life.- Laugh a lot, eat whatever you want, and watch lots of fun movies and shows.
- Your room is awesome, see those posters, magazines, music, girl stuff? They all say what a cool person you are!
- You have many options in life, be open to all options.
- Speak up when you have something to say, chances are people will listen and it’ll be important.
Happy International Women’s Day!
Inclusive Entrepreneurship 
Rusul, we haven’t met but I am beginning to feel like I know you through the writing. Here is an idea- project the same theme forward – imagine what we would each tell ourselves 13 years into the future -and how pleased about having a voice, gaining in confidence, and sharing numerous ideas…
Ali
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Thank you for reading! I love this idea, would love to read it from your perspective also! I think I will give it a shot for my next post 🙂
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This is some great advice all women both young and old need to hear or at least be reminded. Lovely post.
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Thank you so much for reading!
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Such a special read! Thanks for writing and sharing Rusul.
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