There was a spoken word song, “Everybody’s Free (To Wear Sunscreen).” I have the version by Sun Tan released in 2007. In this song, there are pieces of advice on how to live a happier life and how to avoid common frustrations. If you haven’t heard it, I recommend it.
The song begins “Ladies and gentlemen of the class of '99, wear sunscreen.
If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it.
The long term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by scientists
Whereas the rest of my advice has no basis more reliable
Than my own meandering experience, I will dispense this advice now.”
This song has given me inspiration to compile a list of advice of what I have learned in my 20 years of life.
So, I will dispense this advice now…
Don't ever apologize for being human
Go outside of your comfort zone at least once
Always hold the door for the person behind you
Think about what you say before you say it
Don't get upset about things you can't control
Accept who you are, you'll make more friends
Not everyone is going to like you
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
Be spontaneous
Do what you love, and love what you do
If lipstick explodes in your dryer, use WD40 to scrub it clean
Don’t be selfish
There is no angry way to say bubbles
Be comfortable in silence
Don't be afraid to ask for help
Brush your teeth
Let the good outweigh the bad
Always give people the benefit of the doubt, you don't know what they're going through
Ask if you don’t understand
Understand that not everyone has had the same opportunities as you
You can’t help everyone
Eat Mac and Cheese with a spoon to get all the cheese
You can always tell who is losing an argument by who is yelling loudest
Smile
Storms don’t last forever
Sometimes, bad things just happen
Don't listen to what other people say about a person, find out for yourself
Growing up is optional
Appreciate everything you have before life gives you a reason to appreciate it
Be a better you, for you
Learn to lose respectfully
Never go to bed angry with someone
To memorize something, you have to encounter it 7 times
Always forgive, but never forget. Living in regret is not a good feeling.
Don’t settle for anything
The most important relationship in life is the one you have with yourself
Never accept an apology that begins with “I’m sorry, but…”
Surround yourself with good people
Get gas the day before a long trip. One less thing you’ll have to do
Laugh at yourself
Every day has the potential to be the greatest day of your life
You never know until you try
If it’s not yours, don’t touch it
Everyone needs a friend
Find a healthy way to express yourself
Let it go
