Letters to Your Younger Self is a completely user-generated content website. The letters are real and authentic. This project was started by Duane Weber. Duane loved reading other’s letters to themselves. The messages and lessons resonated with him. Whether is was a pro football player or an average joe, the letters were interesting and there was always a lesson to be learned.

Then he wrote one. Writing the letter was therapeutic. He felt like a weight was lifted off his shoulder. If it had this kind of effect for him, could others experience the same? Probably.

Go ahead, write and submit a letter. How does it feel? Chances are, it will help someone else, too. Write a few. What might you tell your teenage self? Your college self? How about the self that had a major setback? Browse the site while you’re here. Maybe you’ll connect with one or two.