If anyone is a television buff like myself they are aware that there are plenty of great TV shows especially in the world of sitcoms. In my own unbiased opinion, "How I Met Your Mother" is one of if not the best sitcoms. The show is filled with laughs, cringe-worthy moments, and above all life lessons can actually be learned.
From the time the show started in 2005 and the nine seasons that followed until the series finale in 2014, I grew up and matured through the antics the characters in the show were involved in. Now those of you that have not seen the show the following lessons will hopefully help you as much as they have helped me over the years.
1. "Nothing good happens after 2AM."
When it is that late night and your mind is clouded with alcohol and longing the decisions you are making are not the right ones.
2. Never settle for less than you deserve.
Our quirks are what define us, tolerance will eventually run out. Never sell yourself short.
3. Attempt to make everyday legendary.
By not accepting average or monotony in your life, you will help yourself live up to your own expectations.
4. It's sometimes okay to meddle in your friends lives.
Sometimes your friends need a push in the right direction, it's okay to be there for them, just don't over do it.
5. "The Olive Theory."
You and your friends or you and your spouse do not have to have everything in common. The balance and the debates are what keeps relationships going.
6. "The Mermaid Theory."
This theory says that men and women can be just friends once there is no longer a mermaid within the women and she becomes a manatee. In other terms the pair become comfortable enough with each other boundaries are no longer.
7. It's okay to feel and express your grief.
Never be ashamed of what you are feeling, horrible things happen. It is okay to admit grief, despair, and confusion it leads to healing.
8. Do not be ashamed of your past.
No matter how embarrassing some of the things you did in high school or in college that is what made you into the person you are today. Do not shy away from that.
9. Your soulmate does not always have to be your spouse.
Sometimes people drift apart but if the effort is made those friendships will never end. Wherever and whenever your friends will be there when you need them and they need you.
10. It's okay to make an ass of yourself.
Big romantic gestures never go out of style. Putting yourself out there is not a mistake. Even if it is sometimes even if you know it is a mistake you need to make it anyway.
