1. Don't take life too seriously.
Samantha Santorelli
Life is short and you should at least laugh once a day.
2. Your friends are important!
Samantha Santorelli
Hold your friends close; they make the tough times a lot easier.
3. If you love someone, or want to mend bridges, tell them.
Samantha Santorelli
Swallow your pride and apologize when needed.
4. Your life does not revolve around social media!
Samantha Santorelli
Put your phone done when you are out and focus on the present.
5. School is important.
Samantha Santorelli
Get a good education and take school seriously. It will pay off in the end.
6. Take lots of pictures!
Samantha Santorelli
Capture the important moments so you can look back on them afterwards.
7. Life is stressful. It's okay to take a break sometimes.
Samantha Santorelli
Take a break, sit down and do something for you after a long week.
8. Enjoy being young, enjoy high school and college. Appreciate every moment.
Samantha Santorelli
Appreciate the moments when life is simpler and when your only complaint is an 8 a.m. class.
9. Do things you have never done before.
Samantha Santorelli
Experience new things and step out of your comfort zone.
10. Be selfish.
Samantha Santorelli
Be selfish and do things for yourself while you are young.