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Dr Alex George reflects on moving into a new decade without his brother Llyr: ‘I know he is with me’
Dr Alex George has reflected on turning 30 following the death of his brother Llyr, admitting it will be ‘so hard’.
The former Love Island star will celebrate his birthday on Monday, and ahead of starting the next decade, he shared a look back at the best moments of his 20s.
He wrote: ‘On Monday I enter a new decade of my life, so I sat down to put together some photos that symbolised important moments in my 20s. A few things struck me, first of all there aren’t that many photos in my early 20s.
‘Looking back I think I lacked confidence, probably because of struggles with acne and I avoided the camera. One of the things I have learnt in the last 10 years is to be comfortable and confident in my own skin, to love who I am, with all my flaws. You are not defined by how you look. Health and happiness is what matters.
‘I also noticed that other than my graduation day and my recent appointment, the things I really hold dear are the people around me, not my achievements.
‘To my friends and family who have stood by me through the ups and the downs, thank you, I love each and every one of you.
‘If you had asked me, when I was turning 20, if I would have experienced even half of whats happened in these last 10 years, I would have laughed and never believed it. There have been incredible highs and lows along this journey, but they have all contributed to who I am today.I am proud of who I am and what I believe in.’
Alex also reflected on the loss of his brother Llyr, who died at the age of 19 in July, which he revealed was down to mental health.
He continued: ‘As I look forward to my 30s, I do so with optimism that we can build a future where happiness, wellbeing and health is the priority for us all. I will do everything I can to help on this journey and bring real change.
‘Having to move into a new decade without Llŷr is so hard but I know he is with me in spirit, giving me the energy and strength to keep going.
‘The last year has taught me a very valuable lesson, you only get one life and you never know what is around the corner. Live life and make the most of every moment. I want to travel more (when I can), spend more time with friends and family (can’t wait) and enjoy my passions (going to buy my dream car- hell).
‘Thank you to all of you for being on this journey with me. I started my 20s with 180 followers I know have a community of 1.8 million. Thank you to each and every one of you. To the next decade.’
Dr Alex has also recently been appointed as an ambassador to advise the government on mental health.
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