"13 Going on 30" is a movie that is very often overlooked. The amount of sass, good-natured fun and life anecdotes combines into a truly precious movie with a lot to teach.
1. Love is a battlefield.
"13 Going on 30" promotes feminism, slumber parties and random dance episodes. Plus, it lets young girls in on the one true secret of love: Love is a battlefield.
2. Telling the truth is always a good idea.
Good things come to those who put themselves out there. Tell the truth. You never know where it will take you.
3. It teaches how to properly insult people.
No need to use fowl language. The truth hurts just as much and maybe a little bit more.
4. It realistically describes puberty.
The only good thing to come from puberty. Period. Unless you're Neville Longbottom. (In which case, I'm single!)
5. It realistically describes aging.
It seems to happen over night and out of nowhere. It can be scary.
6. Outlines how to deal with a "Fuck Boy."
My dating life in one GIF.
7. Displays the adorableness of being in love.
Even their name can make you smile!
8. "Thriller" has more than one move.
Let's just take a moment to appreciate the fact that Jennifer Garner took the time to teach our generation that there is more to the "Thriller" than just one move. Our generation is indebted to you.
9. Shows us what love really is.
Love is putting their happiness before your own.
10. True friends are proud to claim you.
Even in that geeky sweater. True friends have your back.
11. Kissing at the beach is important.
This will never not be romantic.
12. Teaches us to dream.
Dreaming is important, it give us some place to go.
13. Teaching us to live in the now.
But we can't live in our dreams. Living in the now is an important lesson. So dream, but don't forget to live.