20 Things Every 20-Something Woman Should Know To Make It Through Life
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20 Things Every 20-Something Woman Should Know To Make It Through Life

"Don't try so hard to make your parents happy when your happiness is all that matters."

Kelsiepence
Nov 01, 2018
Jacksonville State University
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20 Things Every 20-Something Woman Should Know To Make It Through Life
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As a woman, I struggle on a daily basis with who I am. Sometimes I get caught up in how to change myself so more people will like me when everyone should just accept me for who I am. These 20 quotes from women around the JSU campus are here to pick you up when you're feeling down.

1. "Sometimes the person you think is right for you, is not who is meant for you."

2. "Don't try so hard to make your parents happy when your happiness is all that matters."

3. "It's okay to spend time with your man instead of going out with the girls sometimes."

4. "It's okay to be happy. It's okay to be sad, and It's okay to have emotions. You shouldn't let others dictate how you should feel."

5. "It does not matter what other people think of you or your decisions. You have to do what makes you happy and what is best for you."

6. "Little girls with dreams, become women with vision."

7. "You should be a priority. Not an option, last resort, or backup plan."

8 "Be able to save yourself; don't look for a man too."

9. "Pursue what you're most passionate about. Not what makes you the most money."

10. "Surround yourself with people who support you and build you up."

11. "Be grateful for every day, even the bad ones."

12. "Never confuse attention for love."

13. "Never let loneliness lower your standards."

14. "Stop trying so hard for people who don't care."

15. "Don't forget to save yourself first."

16. "Be afraid and do it anyway."

17. "Rock bottom will teach you things that mountaintops never will."

18. "There's nothing prettier in the world than a girl in love with every breath she takes."

19. "The world will not treat you better just because you are a good person."

20. "Having a pretty heart is far better than having a pretty face."

Each of these quotes came from special women I've had the pleasure of getting to know here at JSU. As we all grow older and work through college these 20 quotes have helped us overcome obstacles we've had to face while being here. Being a woman can be hard, but when you learn to love the way God molded you together, you realize how truly amazing we all are.

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