Nobody loves their teenage years. If you did…that’d be kind of weird. Sure, you make some great memories and don’t have to worry about things like paying bills or taxes, but it’s also the most awkward time imaginable. Teenagers are constantly learning new and horrifying info about their bodies (and the world) and worrying about whether or not people will think they’re weird.

But, as most adults will tell you, the things you hated most when you were young might not actually be that bad. In fact, you may even grow to love them with time. Twitter user Ashley C. Ford recently posed this question to her followers:

From there, the responses poured in. Some are a bit funny, some are a bit heartwarming, but all of them serve as a reminder that time is a wonderful healer.

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Are these bringing some memories to mind? What are some things you used to feel insecure about that you now consider a strength?