Get ready, because Season 2 of "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" is about to stream on Netflix. It has been over a year since Kimmy Schmidt entered our lives with her tale of her life as a mole woman and escape from the bunker, and we can't stop anxiously counting down until part two of her story begins. If you haven’t already watched season one, you need to go binge-watch the hilarious perfection that is Kimmy Schmidt in preparation for season two. Not only is the show hysterical, but it also teaches important life lessons that we can all learn from. To prepare yourself for season two, here are 17 life lessons from season one of the Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt:
1. You are stronger than you think.
If Kimmy can survive 15 years in a bunker, you can accomplish anything! Don't ever sell yourself short; you are unbreakable!
2. Let loose and have fun sometimes.
Sometimes you just need to unwind and dance like no one is watching. (And remember that "dancing is about butts now").
3. Always help your friends achieve their dreams.
Whatever their dreams may be, like being on the Broadway stage, you always need to have your friends back!
4. Always see the good side in any situation.
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Even in a bad situation, look for the bright side! When life gives you lemons, make lemonade (or picture yourself as a Disney princess being assisted by animals).
5. "Act like you belong and the world is your oyster."
Never feel like you don't fit in somewhere; just act like you belong and your opportunities are endless!
6. You don't need to hide who you really are.
Never feel like you have to change what you look like or filter yourself! Be yourself and be proud!
7. Being an adult is not all it's cracked up to be.
Although you always dreamed about when you be an adult, the reality of adulthood is not all that great.
8. So embrace your inner child every once in a while.
Everyone needs to let their inner child out every so often and have some fun!
9. Don't let what other people say about you get you down.
Everybody is entitled to their own opinion of you, so let them to have their opinion and move on with your life. Just keep living your life and don't let what others say bother you.
10. But every once in a while it's okay to stand your ground (and always have a good comeback handy).
While turning the other cheek is usually the best thing to do, sometimes you just need to stand up for yourself (hopefully with an amazing comeback).
11. You can be anything you want to be.
Don't ever feel like you can't achieve your dreams! You can do anything you set your mind to (even being a monkey)!
12. It's what's inside that counts.
Don't worry so much about "fixing" what you look like. Focus on making yourself happier by focusing on you!
13. Everyone is different, be proud and own who you are.
So what if you are different? Be confident and proud of who you are and never let anyone let you feel otherwise.
14. Smiling can make you feel better no matter what.
Whenever you aren't feeling great, just try smiling, or "kimmying", to make yourself happier.
15. You need to listen to your own intuition.
Listen to your gut, don't just ignore it! Although it might not always be right, you have to trust your instincts.
16. Just take everything 10 seconds at a time, and you can get through anything.
If you are in a stressful or unpleasant experience, set your goal to get through the next 10 seconds. If you can get through 10 seconds at a time, you will be able to finish the task. You can use this concept in so many situations, like in class or at the gym, to get through the day.
