<p>You are a work in progress. With each day that passes, many things contribute to the person you will become. But what exactly is your future self? And how can you make sure you become the person you want to be? Read on to learn more!</p><h4>What Is My "Future Self?"</h4><p>Your "future self" is the person you are growing into. It's the person you'll be in the next year, the next ten years, and as an adult. There are many elements of your future self. What kind of job will you have? Where will you live? What will your relationships be like? Will you still be close with your family? Will you be the type of person who helps others? All of these things and more go into making your future self.</p><h4>Ways I Influence My Future Self</h4><p>Believe it or not, you can actually control the future without having to be a time traveler. Your future self isn't set in stone. You can change and influence the person you'll become. The things you do today and the decisions you make are important to who you'll be in the future. You can start thinking now about what you can do to become the person you want to be.</p><p>Let's look at some examples.</p><p>Addie wants to play in the symphony orchestra when she grows up. She dedicates herself to practicing her violin so that she'll have the skills she needs in the future.</p><p>Dante knows that it's important to think of others and give back. He wants to be the type of adult who helps his community. He starts volunteering with a couple of local organizations so that he can learn about his community's needs.</p><p>Who do you want to be in the future? What are some things you can do now to help you get there?&nbsp;</p>