The Power of Reflection

Have you ever thought about who you’ll be a few years from now? Where you’ll live, what decisions you’ll make, and how the person you are today will influence the person you’ll become? Writing a lettre to your future self isn’t just an act of imagination—it’s an intimate dialogue across time. It’s a chance to connect with yourself in a way that feels profound, intentional, and deeply personal.

Writing to your future self through Lettre adds an extra layer of meaning. The ability to schedule your message ensures that it arrives precisely when you need it most, serving as a reminder of where you were, what you valued, and how much you’ve grown.

Why I Wrote to Myself

I chose to write a lettre to myself, three years in the future. It wasn’t just about curiosity or nostalgia—it was a deliberate act of self-care and accountability. At this moment in my life, I feel a strong need to anchor myself to something bigger than today’s fleeting worries. Writing this lettre became my way of capturing the essence of who I am right now, while extending compassion, encouragement, and a gentle nudge toward the person I aspire to be.

It wasn’t just an exercise in time travel—it was a heartfelt conversation with the person I hope to become. I poured my hopes, fears, and aspirations into that lettre, making promises to stay true to what matters most.

I wrote about the decisions I’m making today, the people I love, and the things I want to remember. But most importantly, I reminded myself of one essential truth: it’s the journey that matters, not the destination.

As I wrote, I reflected on key areas of my life that felt important to preserve:

1. Decisions I Make Today

Life is a series of choices, big and small, and each decision shapes the road ahead. I wanted my future self to remember why I made the choices I did—to see the intentions behind them. Whether it’s choosing a professional route, investing in relationships, or taking risks for growth, I wanted to document my “why” so that even if circumstances change, the clarity of purpose remains.

2. Gratitude for the People in My Life

Time has a way of shifting the people we hold close. Some relationships will grow deeper, while others may fade. I used this lettre as an opportunity to express my gratitude for the people I love today. I wrote about their quirks, their kindness, and the ways they’ve shaped my life. It’s a heartfelt reminder to my future self to cherish the connections that matter, even as life evolves.

3. The Importance of the Journey

It’s easy to get caught up in chasing goals and forget that life’s magic happens along the way. In my lettre, I reminded myself to embrace the present and celebrate small victories. I wrote about the moments of joy, resilience, and growth that make the journey worthwhile—because even when the destination feels uncertain, the steps we take are always meaningful.

4. A Promise to Be Better

Finally, I made a promise to my future self: to keep striving to be a better version of who I am today. Not perfect, not without flaws—but someone who grows, learns, and lives with intention. Writing it down felt like a contract with myself, a commitment to uphold even when life gets messy or overwhelming.

The Beauty of Self-Connection

There’s something profoundly moving about writing to yourself. It’s an exercise in vulnerability, honesty, and hope. By putting my thoughts into words, I found a way to capture this moment in time—not just for nostalgia, but as a tool for growth. My lettre became a vessel of emotions, dreams, and aspirations, preserved for the version of me who might one day need to hear them.

How to Send a Lettre to the Future

Want to try it yourself? With Lettre, you can schedule your own message to arrive exactly when you need it, whether that’s months, years, or even decades into the future.

Start Writing: Open Lettre and let your thoughts flow. Write about your dreams, struggles, and everything in between.
Choose the Future: Pick a delivery date that feels meaningful to you—a milestone, a birthday, or just a random day when you might need a little encouragement. You will need to switch to “Express Mail” mode by tapping the little “thunder” toggle on the top selector in the envelope screen
Seal the Moment: Add your email address and hit send, and trust that your words will find you at the perfect time.

*Preparing an express mail to schedule a lettre to self*

*Ready to schedule mail — 3 years into the future*

A Gift to Your Future Self

When that lettre finally arrives, it will feel like opening a time capsule—a treasure trove of emotions and memories. It’s more than just words; it’s a bridge between who you were and who you’ve become.

So, why not try it? Write a lettre to your future self. Capture your thoughts, dreams, and promises. And when that lettre arrives, let it remind you of how far you’ve come and all the ways you’ve grown. Because sometimes, the best person to guide you forward is the one who knew you best—yourself.

PS: Scheduled mail takes 2 extra stamps to send - waived for members of the Pippin Supporters Club

PS2 (best console generation btw): No, I will not share the contents of the lettre I wrote, you’re already getting my name and city :P

A Letter to My Future Self: A Journey Through Time