Life is unpredictable, fun, scary, adventurous, exciting and full of surprises. Sometimes, the best way to take on life is head-first and open-minded. Here is a list of tips to live by in order to achieve what you want and to succeed in life:
1. Work hard
Nothing is more rewarding than accomplishing what you have worked for. Hard work leads to success.
2. Be thorough
Don't do things half-assed; it'll only give you half-assed results.
3. Say what you're going to do and do what you say
Nothing is more irritating than a person who cannot stick to their word. Follow through with what you plan to do!
4. Be honest
They aren't kidding when they say that "honesty is the best policy." Being honest not only saves you from a lot of damage, but it also shows a lot about you as a person.
5. Have integrity
Who are you when no one is watching? Be true to yourself and have integrity -- it's the best quality one could have.
6. Always be on time
Punctuality is important whether it be in the work place, school or even a date. "On time is late and early is on time."
7. Be open to other people and ideas different from your own -- you might learn something
Being open-minded is a major key to discovering and learning new things.
8. Try to see the positive in every situation
Use every situation as a lesson and find the positive rather than dwelling on the negative.
9. Learn from your mistakes, and try not to repeat them
Don't let your mistakes control you; let them define you. Learn from them.
10. Always keep it moving forward
Never look back and dwell on the past. Keep your head held high and embrace what's to come!
11. Be open to change and new experiences -- you never know where it may lead
Change is good. Without change, there's no growth.
12. Read a lot of different genres
You would be surprised by what you may find enjoyable and entertaining.
13. Know when to speak up
Speak up when your voice is needed. Stand up for what you believe in.
14. Know when to shut up
Knowing when to stop talking is probably the most important thing in life. It is a major key to have discretion.
15. Have humility
No one likes a prideful, cocky person. Sit down and remain humble.
16. Treat everyone kindly -- you never know when you may need them
This is super important because you literally never know when you may be stuck in a hole and who you will need to drag you out.
17. Don't underestimate anyone
People will surprise you by what they are able to accomplish.
18. Never be afraid to step out of your comfort zone
This is the ultimate key for growth. You will never learn, experience or conquer without doing something unfamiliar.
19. Travel the world
Travel as much as you possibly can. It creates great memories and a huge learning experience.
20. Explore
Explore your hometown, different cities or even your neighborhood.
21. Have common sense
Common sense is something that many people lack. It is a very important form of knowledge and it is very hard to excel in life without it.
22. Don't judge anyone -- we are all equally imperfect
We all have our flaws and we all make mistakes. Don't judge anyone for what they do/say because we are in the same boat, daily.
23. Try different foods
What's better than eating? Expand your taste buds and experience new foods.
24. Laugh endlessly
Laughing is the best cure for anything.
25. Do everything wholeheartedly and with passion
Doing this will create the best results in anything you do.
26. Respect your elders
They may get annoying with all of their life lectures, but they do actually know what they're talking about. It can be very beneficial to listen to what they have to say.
27. Own a dog -- they really do make the best friends
Dogs love unconditionally, they're loyal, and they will always attempt to cheer you up when you're feeling down. They are literally a man's best friend.
28. Never give up
Sometimes, giving up may feel like the easiest thing to do but it is not the best thing to do. Nothing feels better than finally accomplishing what you've been working so hard for.
Life may have some curve balls and bumpy roads along the way, but living with these life tips are beneficial to having yourself a great one. Life really is what you make it.
