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30 Things that College Taught Me

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30 Things that College Taught Me

1) It's okay to be alone (and sometimes often necessary).

2) Asking for help is a good habit to enforce.

3) College friends are different than home friends.

4) But that doesn't mean you should throw your home friends away.

5) Wine fixes almost anything.

6) And if it doesn't, Jose, Jack, Johnny and Jim have your back.

7) Confidence is key.

8) As is believing in yourself (sometimes).

9) If someone doesn't respect you, they aren't worth your time.

10) Taking risks pays off and when it doesn't reference #5

11) Working out is a great release from whatever is bothering you.

12) Take responsibility for your mistakes – it makes moving on much easier.

13) And a sincere apology goes a long way.

14) Don't send that text at 3 a.m. – you know which one.

15) First impressions can make or break a relationship.

16) So you should always remember to smile.

17) There's more to life than social media – get out there and do something.

18) You are what you eat – your metabolism will (unfortunately) catch up with you.

19) But you should still indulge because you deserve to.

20) Sometimes a night on the couch beats a crazy night out.

21) Don't take yourself too seriously – college kids are still kids.

22) Call your parents – in their eyes you're still their baby.

23) Listen to your friends' opinions – they have your best interests at heart.

24) Ear plugs will come in handy.

25) Learn to vocalize and communicate problems – don't be that passive aggressive person.

26) Don't regret the tired feeling you feel after an unreal night out – it was worth it.

27) Plan ahead – and actually go to your classes.

28) Karma will come back and get you, so be a good person.

29) Know your limits – work load, relationships and… drinking.

30) Take on life like you take a shot – don't look, don't question it, just do it.

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