Let me just start out by saying that there is a lot of stigma surrounding romantic comedies, or chick flicks. Whenever someone asks me what movie I want to watch, I can guarantee my answer will be “anything with Kate Hudson or Zac Efron,” and I have felt victimized as a result of their reaction.
So I am here to set the record straight and prove that there is more to rom-coms than just the guy getting the girl in the end. Here are 20 legitimate life lessons I can attribute learning to these fantastic, Oscar-worthy movies. Bonus points to anyone who can identify every single movie. If you can, we should probably be best friends.
1. Girls can do anything that boys can. Probably better, too.
2. Don’t ever let stupid rumors get to you.
3. We all need a little help when it comes to turning our lives around.
4. It’s okay to stand up to your mortal enemy.
5. Sometimes, it is necessary to just swallow your pride.
6. Playing games in a relationship never ends well.
7. We can all feel invisible, at times.
8. Getting revenge on a heart-breaker is always encouraged.
9. Embracing your flaws gives you mad confidence.
10. Even when you fight with your best friend, at the end of the day, they are still the most important person in your life.
11. The man of your dreams can be someone you least expect.
12. Growing up is overrated.
13. Breaking out of your comfort zone can lead to incredible things.
14. You only hurt yourself by pushing people away.
15. You can do anything you set your mind to.
16. If you want something bad enough, do not let anyone tell you it's not worth it.
17. Sometimes, it is better when things do not work out how you expected they would.
18. It is always better to be who you really are.
19. Do not go back to someone you know is wrong for you.
20. Stop over analyzing everything.
