You know what means a lot to me? You.

You, beautiful, wonderful you. You: a person, who is defined not by any label that society can put on you, not defined by the gender of which you identify (if at all), by the sex(es) you choose to love, by your IQ, skin or hair color, by what level of education you have.

You: A person who is full of love and the endless ability to make a difference in this world, regardless of your wealth or size or popularity.

You: A person who is capable of fulfilling any dream you have despite obstacles that may be put in your way. That can accomplish anything you set you mind to because you are smart and strong and amazing in your own way.

You: A person, deserving of respect and kindness and love. A person who is cared about, no matter how hard it is to see.

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I can’t tell how how upsetting it is to me to know that many of you out there feel lost, or alone, or like you don’t fit in. Many of you struggle right now with feeling like people care, or that you’re unsure of the people that love you. Some of you have to hide parts of yourself to avoid ridicule or bullying. Some of you are afraid to explore new parts because of how people will respond.

Though I may not be able to tell each and every one of you individually, my promise to you is that you are loved. Regardless and unconditionally.

YOU ARE LOVED.

One day, I promise that you will be removed from the hard situations you find yourself in, you will look back, and you will realize the strength you had to get through it. You will realize you can conquer anything. You will finally see in yourself what I already know you are capable of.

Do not give up, you wonderful person. Do not listen to anyone who tries to drag you down. Hold your head up high knowing that the things about yourself that others may pick on you for are the things that I, along with communities and THOUSANDS of other people in this world, love most about you. There are people who are there to talk to you when times are hard. And for me, you can always feel secure knowing that YOU are the reason I make videos. YOU are the reason why I get through bad days, and YOUR letters and messages are the ones that make me smile.

And for that, you’ve got at least one person on your side. Always.

XoXo,

Aurey