I just turned 19 this past weekend, and even though 19 might not seem as the biggest milestone as 16 or 18 or 21 might feel it is still a pretty big deal. No one makes a huge deal about it but hey you are still here to live yet another great year. In the past 19 years of my existence, my life has been filled with great experiences and opportunities and with each experience an opportunity I have learned a lesson.
1. It is okay to say no
You don’t owe anyone an explanation to saying no. If your friends want you to go out, but you would rather just sit home with pizza and Netflix well then that’s perfectly okay.
2. Always trust your instincts
If something feels right, go for it. Do not make a list of all the things that could possibly go wrong. Its better to go for it then to wonder and think what could have been.
3. Always be direct
It's better to be direct rather than indirect. People value honest opinions more than the fakes ones.
4. Life begins right outside of your comfort zone
It's not always easy to put yourself out there and to try new things or meet new people, but sometimes doing that will help you.
5. The gym is a great reliever
Stressed? Frustrated? Well, the gym is a great place to get rid of all those problems. Coming from me, someone who hated going to the gym, has now realized that is a such a great way to relieve stress and frustration along with burning calories.
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6. Some people in your life are only there for a season
Not everyone you meet is going to stay in your life forever, some people come into your life as blessings others as lessons.
7. Not everyone is going to like you
You are going to meet a lot of people in your life but not everyone is going to like you and that’s okay because what matters is that you like yourself.
8. Mom is always right
She may not seem right in the moment but later you will realize that she indeed was right.
9. Quality over quantity
It doesn’t matter how many people you call your friends, what matters is who was, is, and who will be there for you in your toughest times.
10. It's okay to cry
Crying doesn’t mean you are weak, it just means you feel strong enough to actually show what you are feeling.
11. Be accepting
Be accepting of new things, changes and people.
12. Do what makes you happy
Always do what makes you happy, never wait to seek anyone’s validation.
13. Live each day as your last
Live each day to the fullest because life is short and you never know what’s going to happen.
14. Respect yourself first
In order to have others around you respect you, you need to learn to respect yourself first.
15. Stop worrying about what other people think
Stop worrying what other people will think and do what you want and what your heart desires because in the end what matters is that you are enjoying life and you are happy with what you’re doing.
16. Be thankful
Always be thankful for everything and everyone you have.
17. Things happen for a reason
Things always happen for a reason, and sometimes that reason may not be clear, but sooner or later you will see why it happened.
18. Learn from your experiences
All the experiences you will endure in your life will teach you a little something and always value that.
19. Always be you
The most important is to be you no matter what. Love yourself unconditonally. Respect yourself, and be happy with yourself and who you are.
Nineteen may not be a huge milestone, but it sure does come with plenty of new experiences.
