CBC Radio had people of all ages offer words of wisdom to their younger counterparts in this adorable, insightful video.
"Dear 6-year-old, training wheels are for babies! Just let go already. Regards, a 7-year-old."
"Dear 7-year-old, no matter what anyone says, STAY WEIRD! Signed, an 8-year-old."
"Dear 8-year-old, find out your babysitter's weakness then use it against them. Signed, a 9-year-old."
"Dear 9-year-old, don't get involved with the 'popular kids.' They're narcissistic capitalists that know nothing about politics. Signed, a 12-year-old."
"Dear 12-year-old, ask her to dance. Just trust me on this one. Signed, a 16-year-old."
"Dear 16-year-old, don't let your mom throw away your Legos. Signed, an 18-year-old."
"Dear 18-year-old, go easy on the makeup. You're not as ugly as you think. Love, a 19-year-old."
Be careful at buffets. Love, a 20-year-old.
Watch out for married men. Sincerely, a 24-year-old.
Sometimes salad isn't the best option. Signed, a 28-year-old.
BACK UP YOUR SHIT, CHILD. Love, a 29-year-old.
Change is good. Signed, a 30-year-old.
To be an artist, you have to make art. Yours, a 32-year-old.
Family is the most important. Love, a 34-year-old.
"Dear 36-year-old, stop caring so much about what other people think. They're not thinking about you at all. Signed, a 47-year-old."
"Always tell the truth. Except when it comes to your online dating profile. Signed, a 51-year-old."
Don't be a crazy cat lady. Signed, a 53-year-old.
Try something new at every age! Adventurously yours, a 72-year-old.
"Spend all your money, otherwise your kids are going to do it for you. Sincerely, an 85-year-old."