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Jun 23, 2019

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Twenty-three isn't that old, I know. But I believed I've learned a lot since I was a teenager, and it's made me grow as a person.

Being happy is completely your choice

Whatever life throws at you, it's your choice to decide how to deal with it. No one is going to make you feel happy like yourself.

Don't give up no matter what

You're not going to achieve anything if you don't give it 100%.

It's okay to change your mind

If giving it your 100% doesn't feel right, it's okay to switch things up to find what fits you the most.

Be kind

Be kind to everyone you meet. You never know what people are going through and kindness can go a long way.

Regrets are normal

Everyone makes mistakes, some worse than others, and those regrets can live with us forever. But instead of dwelling on what went wrong, try to figure out how to make things right.

Confidence is key

Sometimes it can be hard to be confident, but once you get comfortable with yourself, you'll feel so much better. There's only one of you, and that's what makes you special. (I'm still trying to master this one).

Appreciate the hard times

Yes, they're the worst, but they'll teach you things the good times never will.

Have fun

I've noticed how fast time really does go by. So have fun, do things that bring you joy, and make hundreds of memories while you're doing it.

Stop wanting other's approval

Stop trying to do things to please others, who cares what they think. Do you and have while doing it.

Expectations lead to disappointment

It's okay to get excited about things, but don't set your expectations high unless it's a sure thing.

Be yourself

Embrace yourself, be weird, because no one is like you.

Appreciate what you have

Appreciate what you have because you never know when you won't have it anymore.

Take care of yourself

No one is going to take care of you like you, take time to practice some self care, do some shopping, and enjoy some alone time.

Pay attention to your feelings

Pay attention to how certain things affect how you feel, but don't act on those feelings, take time to think it through.

Speak up

Don't hold your tongue, speak up when something bother you.

Take risks

It may be scary, but that risk could possibly change your life.

It's okay to feel down

Sadness is normal, depression is also normal. Take time for self care, figure out what's bothering you, and kick it's butt.

Care for others, but care about you more

It's not selfish, it's being smart. In the long run, everyone is going to do what's better for them, and you should too.

Dance more

Even if you're not good at it, dance and sing. Do it in your room when you're alone or go out and do it, just enjoy yourself.

Get out

Get out and experience new things. You don't know what's right down the corner unless you get out and look.

Don't settle

You're worth more than you think, don't settle on what you think you deserve.

Put down the phone and pick up a book, you'll enjoy it more than you think.

Listen

Take time to listen to others, you'll be amazed at what they have to say.

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Being happy is completely your choice

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It's okay to change your mind

Be kind

Regrets are normal

Confidence is key

Appreciate the hard times

Have fun

Stop wanting other's approval

Expectations lead to disappointment

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Take care of yourself

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Don't settle

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

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