1. Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good.
Those days when nothing seems to be going your way, just think of all you have to be grateful for. I promise more is going right than wrong.
2. Life is too short not to enjoy it.
Wake up every day with a smile on your face and realize God has you here today for a reason. Life really is too short, so make the most of it. Never go to sleep holding a grudge, and tell the people you love that you love them.
3. Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and family will.
Yes, college is about academics and getting that degree, but make the best of friends and keep in touch with your family. They're going to be the ones who are there for you in the end.
4. Don’t buy stuff you don’t need.
Really, though. Going out and shopping is nice and getting packages in the mail is great, but don't buy stuff you don't really need. It's on sale, but do you really need it? Clutter gets us nothing but stress.
5. You don’t have to win every argument. Stay true to yourself.
Just because someone has a different opinion than you doesn't mean you have to change yours or alter your values to parallel theirs. Stay true to yourself and what you believe in.
6. Cry with someone. It’s more healing than crying alone.
We're human. We all cry. Make a friend who will cry with you. Those are the best kind of friends. I promise you'll need it sooner or later.
7. It’s OK to get angry with God. He can take it.
Yeah, sometimes things don't go our way and we wonder why God would let such things happen. It's perfectly okay to question and get upset. God knows the trials we are going to face and "If He brings us to it, He'll bring us through it". He is All-Knowing and All-Powerful.
8. Make peace with your past so it won’t screw up the present.
Do not dwell on your past. Whether it be past relationships, grades, or mistakes, move on. The past is history and all you can do now is learn from it. There is no good in worrying and stressing about the past. Look ahead and build off it and make the most of the present. Live in the moment.
9. Don’t compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
Be proud of who you are and never wish you were like someone else. Take part in what you are passionate about even if it isn't mainstream or "cool." Be yourself, the right people will love you for exactly who you are.
10. It’s never too late to be happy. But it’s all up to you and no one else.
Free your heart from hatred and free your head from worries. Embrace what brings you joy and do more of what makes you happy. Other people can help, but at the end of the day, you choose whether or not to be happy.
11. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don’t take no for an answer.
Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire. Don't be afraid to go after the things you love.
12. Life isn’t tied with a bow, but it’s still a gift.
Lastly and most importantly, life is a priceless gift, so enjoy every moment of it, and realize that you don't get a second chance.
Love people unconditionally and never EVER look down upon someone, unless you're lending a hand to help them up.
