a note to selffor Riya

the mirror's all fogged up.

wipe it. someone wants to see you.

you, in the mirror

hey, you.

wipe here

lipstick, borroweddon't tell

tap the lipstick.

write the stuff you forget to tell yourself.

you, a little blurry

reminders:

you're doing better than you think.

your laugh? iconic. use it more.

rest is not lazy. it's maintenance.

you don't owe anyone a perfect you.

proud of you. like, actually.

drink water, bestie.

away from the mirror30 sec

give yourself a hug.

yes, seriously. hold the button.

a hug

breathe in…

…and out.

one more. slower.

there. needed that.

last thingseal it

a letter to myself:

i choose you. today, and on the bad days too.

you, glowing

kiss the mirror

you're my favourite.

i'm proud of us

signed, me.

— Riya, to Riya, forever