Always growing up you would hear "High school goes by so fast" or "High School are the best years of your life". Now that I've graduated and grown up (a little) I realize there was so much I had to learn and things I'm learning now.
1. Relationships aren't forever
You're way too young to even know what "love" is. Love is patient and kind, it is never jealous, controlling or superficial.
2. Your mom will become your best friend
I know, your hormones are raging, and you think your "friends" are your true friends. There is no truer friend than your mom.
3. Your friends aren't your real friends
Right now your friend group probably consists of nine or more. I hate to say it, but you'll probably never talk to them again.
4. Love yourself first
There's no need to wear make-up every day or wear the newest "trend." Self-acceptance is the only acceptance you need.
5. Family first
I know hanging out with your friends sounds so much better, but movie night with your mom or running errands with your grandma is precious time. You will miss these chances when you're in college.
6. You're young
I know you're in a rush to grow up because you can't wait to have "Freedom". You just have to relax and take things slow. Your time for everything will come. You need to take the time to find who are and who you aren't.
7. Responsibility accompanies freedom
I know you think when you grow up everything will be easier. I hate to say it but it actually becomes a lot harder. College, scholarships and staying healthy can all take a toll on you. After high school, you have to learn how to grow up, and how to do it the right way.
8. High School isn't forever
High School may seem like it's never ending, but there will be a time when you walk across that stage. Once you walk across that stage, you realize whatever path you decide to take will embark on starting a whole new life. It won't matter who you dated, what you wore to school, how many parties you attended or what you drove. It will only matter from now on what you know.
9. Talk is cheap, so let them talk
I know it's hard ignoring what people say about you, so just stop listening. Be yourself and dance like no one's watching.
10. Don't feel pressure about where to go for college
Senior year can be stressful. If it's not between deadline dates or acceptance letters, it can chaotic. There's one thing I can promise: wherever you go doesn't define you.
11. You're in the process of making memories
Cherish every laugh, tear and hug you get. You soon will remember these times and feel like they were so long ago.
