Nobody prepares you for the confusing struggle of parting ways with who you once were. If you're stubborn like me you'll try and fight it only to realize that you can't hold on to the broken girl that you once were if want to become a strong woman. These essays are a small reflection of my struggle when it comes to growing up, something that *evidently* isn't over once you turn eighteen. I hope that these musings can be helpful to anyone who's going through their awkward phase again (19-25). © briannasniknej