Nineteen; One of the most boring ages in the history of aging. You're an adult, but you're not exactly an ADULT. You're starting your freshman or sophomore year of college, working, or just trying to figure out what to do with your life. It's the age to start figuring out who you are, and who you want to be; a personal reflection.
Here are a few things that I have learned or am trying to tell myself in the 19 years I've been here.
1. Not everyone is going to be there for you, and don't force them to. But, try to fix the relationship because you will regret it forever.
2. But, stop regretting things and thinking about what you did years ago.
3. See who is right in front of you, and don't long for the person in the back.
4. Be independent. Don't let others sway your opinion. You won't always agree.
5. Stop saving junk and use what you have. Minimalistic approach.
6. Changing your major is okay, but do it now and not a semester before graduation.
7. You don't have to hang out with friends 24/7. Take time for yourself.
8. You can never be overdressed or undereducated. Literally. Wear that dress to class.
9. Be more outgoing. Don't just hide in the corner on your phone. Talk to someone you normally wouldn't talk to.
10. Travel. And travel a lot.
11. Take the camera out more, and ask friends to be models. Don't just wait until it happens.
12. Study first. Nap later. Or nap, study, then nap again. Sleep is important.
13. Read more books, and books that you are actually interested in.
14. Take time for yourself, but don't sit in your room all evening.
15. Do things out of the blue. You won't regret it.
16. Try to wear more than the same 5 t-shirts and 1 pair of jeans.
17. Get up a little earlier than 30 minutes before class. Make that cup of coffee and browse twitter.
18. Do what you want, not what others say. Be a leader
19. Make a change in the world. Volunteer more and share your talents with others.
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