A Letter To My 20s (So Far…)

Honest reflections and life lessons from my twenties — a heartfelt letter about growth, faith, and the messy journey of becoming. 


Hey, it’s KK here,


If someone had told me what my twenties would look like, I’m not sure I would’ve believed them. Full of twists, turns, unexpected growth, and more than a few “what am I even doing?” moments.


I’m writing this letter as a little snapshot — a pause to reflect on the ride so far, with all its messiness and magic. Because if you’re anything like me, you know the twenties are as confusing as they are exciting.


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    Lesson #1: It’s okay not to have it all figured out


There’s a lot of pressure to have your life planned out by now — career, relationships, where you’ll live… But honestly? I’m still figuring it out, and that’s okay. Life is not a straight line, and every detour has taught me something valuable.

*not my image (found on Pinterest)




    Lesson #2: Small moments matter


It’s not always the big events that shape us — sometimes it’s the quiet mornings with a cup of coffee, a text from a friend, or a good book that remind me who I am and what I care about.


my evening walk view.



    Lesson #3: Faith can be a lifeline


For me, faith has been a gentle guide through uncertainty, a source of strength on the hard days, and a reminder to keep going even when it feels like everything is up in the air.




    Lesson #4: Growth is messy — and that’s totally okay


No one nails adulthood perfectly — not me, not you, not anyone. In fact, you’ll probably make some pretty embarrassing mistakes along the way. Maybe you’ll lose friendships, mess up at work, or just feel completely out of your depth sometimes. That’s not failure — it’s *part of the process.*


Your twenties are the perfect time to stumble, fall, and try again without having to have it all figured out. The important part isn’t about being perfect; it’s about what you learn when things don’t go as planned. Every loss, every awkward moment, every “oops” teaches you a little more about who you are and who you want to become.


So don’t be afraid of the messiness. Lean into it. Own it. Because on the other side of those mistakes is growth — real, honest, human growth.


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So, here I am — still mildly thriving, learning, and figuring it out one day at a time. And I’m so glad you’re here to come along for the ride.


What’s one lesson your twenties have taught you so far? I’d love to hear your story.


Here’s to the messy middle,


KK



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