If you have ever seen the show "Parks and Recreation," then you may know Leslie Knope as the free spirited, hilarious, and ever straightforward protagonist. Here are 17 instances to show why you should channel her attitude in 2016 to live the most enjoyable, inspiring, successful, and realistic year yet.
1. Leslie Knope definitely never lies to herself.
2. At least her New Years resolutions would most likely last longer than three days.
3. She definitely knows what she wants for herself.
6. She also knows how to build herself up.
7. She believes in her own ideas, even when nobody else does.
8. She has a plan of attack through preparation and organization.
9. Leslie can always take a hit of criticism because she only views it as constructive. Isn't that how all of us should live our lives?
10. She keeps it real and she keeps it blunt. We should all be more like Leslie Knope because she doesn't beat around the bush when she knows that something needs an improvement. When she wants change, she makes it happen.
11. Not only does she keep it real with her hilarious and sassy manner, but she also knows how to use these qualities to call people out on their bologna.
12. Furthermore, she would definitely never belittle herself for a man.
13. She knows how to embrace awkward moments with humor and grace.
14. Her priorities are always in check.
15. She appreciates the small things in life that she finds important.
16. Not only does she live by her own rules, but she makes up her own holidays.
17. Last, but not least, she does it all by herself.
