In honor of turning 22 last month, I’ve come up with a list of 22 essential things every girl should know by the time she is 22 years old. As told by our all-time favorite cast of our all-time favorite show.
1. Know how to make herself a decent home cooked meal
Making yourself a home-cooked meal seems daunting at first, but is rewarding once you’ve mastered it. I’ve got a few go-to recipes for pasta and meat dishes, as well as an abundance of breakfast foods.
2. Know how to assemble things around the house
Even the most basic knowledge of setting up furniture is a useful thing to know by the time you’re in your twenties. Being able to be self-sufficient is a top priority when you start living on your own.
3. Know how to handle tough situations with her close friends
Getting into disagreements with our close friends has the potential to break a friendship if you’re not careful. Although I’ve had some bridges burn, I’ve also learned lessons from each situation.
4. Know how to be organized
You don't have to be organized like Monica, but develop a system early on and save yourself stress down the road.
5. Know how to do her laundry
Don't forget to take the red sock out of the white load.
6. Know what she wants in a relationship...
Trust, love, support, and companionship.
7. ...and how to be true to herself in a relationship
Just be sure you know if you're "on a break" or not.
8. Know how to flirt
You don't have to be perfect, just get the other party interested and you're in.
9. Know how to be true to herself
Listen to your gut feelings and trust your instincts.
10. Know how to resolve disputes without acting like a child
Know how to resolve disputes without acting like a child.
11. Know how to relax and take time for herself
Putting yourself first isn’t selfish, especially when you’re experiencing a lot of stress either at work or at school.
12. Know how to do her own makeup
But knows she doesn't always have to wear makeup if that's what she prefers.
13. Know the importance of celebrating her accomplishments, no matter how big or small
Even doing a crossword puzzle on your own is a big deal!
14. Knows that her friends come first because nothing will replace that bond
Girl's night in > every other night
15. Know how to be okay with ‘embarrassing’ herself in public and brushing it off
All the strangers you see, you won't see again.
16. Know how to dance
Or at least look like she knows how to dance.
17. Know the basic rules of grammar
So you seem like you care about your work.
18. Know how to see the positive in the negative
Every situation has a silver lining and it'll make you so much happier when you focus on that instead of the negative in the situation.
19. Know that everything will work out in the end
No matter what, everything will come together. Remember how Rachel had no idea how to live on her own? Well she figured it out and everything worked out for her.
20. Know how to own up to her mistakes, learn from the situation and move on
Part of being an adult is owning up to your mistakes and making a conscious effort to change your behavior.
21. Know what her priorities are
Whatever it is, knowing what your priorities will help you in your personal life, your job and your relationships.
22. Know that her mom’s advice is worth listening to
Even if you don't want to take it, you know her advice makes sense no matter what.
