This year stray kids came into my life and made 2025 one of the best years ever. Now I wanna leave a message to them to thank them for what they taught me this year:
Bangchan:
You can be crazy talented but nothing beats a caring heart. Sometimes that's more important than any record or legacy. (Doesn't mean I don't appreciate him as a musician. I do, so, so much.)
Lee Know:
People won't always understand you. But they don't have to. You'll find your path anyways and shine bright in your own, unique way.
Changbin:
Sometimes it can feel like people don't see who you truly are, but there will be true friends in your life who love you unconditionally.
Hyunjin:
Sometimes, we ourselves are our harshest critics. And as important as this awareness is, we shouldn't let it drag down our self esteem. Everyone in this world is needed.
Han:
Even the sunniest people can be confronted with their own shadows. It's important to not let them take control.
Felix:
Kindness is a rare thing that multiplies when you share it. You can be the light in someone else's life.
Seungmin:
People don't always show how deeply they feel things, but that doesn't make them rude. It's okay to express emotions in your own way.
I.N:
There will be times in your life where you question yourself. Are you good enough? Couldn't you improve? It's normal to feel those things, but don't let them take over your mind. You're perfect the way you are.
Stray kids everywhere all around the world. You make stray kids stay.
I hope 2026 will be just as great.
