To Your Future SelfField guide
How to write a letter to your future self
A letter to your future self is a snapshot, not a prediction. Write honestly about what today feels like, what you are learning and what you hope your future self remembers when the letter arrives.
3 practical sections3 common questions
Prompts to get started
You do not need to sound wise. The details you might otherwise forget are often the most valuable part of the letter.
- What is taking up most of your thoughts today?
- What are you proud of, even if it feels unfinished?
- Who has helped you recently?
- What do you hope is different by the date you choose?
- What should future-you be gentle about?
Choose a meaningful delivery date
A date gives the letter a reason to exist. Try your next birthday, New Year, results day, the end of a course, a planned move or one year from today. If the date changes, the letter can still be a useful record of who you were.
A private way to keep the promise
WroteYou lets you write and seal a letter to your future self, then deliver it to your inbox on the date you choose. The core future-self letter is free, with optional extras available if you want them.