From crippling insecurities to changing appearances, navigating your teen years takes strength and courage for even the most confident youngster.
All too aware of the struggles, one world-famous popstar did her utmost to communicate it to a despairing young fan.
Taking to her Tumblr page, Stormie, a fan of the Shake It Off singer, wrote: "I've been feeling so alone lately and left out of everything and so terrified of school starting and being even more alone next week and knowing Taylor is there is really comforting."
Learning of her fan's upset, the 25-year-old performer contacted her directly and shared some incredibly poignant words of advice.
Acknowledging the teen's concerns, Taylor wrote: "I hate that you're feeling this way and it's so hard not to dwell on our fears and doubts…but in reality, we just have to go through life not knowing what's next. It's scary but it's also the wildest, most thrilling part of life."
Taylor was determined to raise the teen's spirits and remind her of her innumerable strengths.
The star's moving post included the following words of advice: "Knowing your worth sometimes comes without any proof at all. You're worth more than flaky friends and people who dismiss you or underestimate you. Sometimes it seems like that's all you get, but it's not all you'll ever get. Believe that. Love you."
Understandably overjoyed by her idol's words of encouragement, the fan expressed her gratitude, writing: "'I'm so thankful for this. I really needed to hear it tonight and im really grateful to have her in my life. This really helped me and I hope it helps everyone else."
Keep up the good work, Taylor!
