13 things we learned from '13 Going on 30' | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

13 things we learned from '13 Going on 30'

Sometimes all you want is to be 30, flirty and thriving.

148
13 things we learned from '13 Going on 30'

"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.

 

 

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

143833
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

35189
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

31377
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments