We all take a different path through life. All enduring different obstacles and boundaries along the way. All of our so-called journeys are different, but in some way, they are all the same. In my personal journey, I feel like and have been told that I have experienced more than a person my age should. Through the encounters and inconvenient events I have had over the years, I have taken a lot of advice, lessons, and knowledge from them over the years. Here are 19 things I've learned over my 19 years of life:

1. A smile goes a long way.

This is coming from the girl that constantly has RBF, but people really do treat you better when you share a smile. You also look more welcoming and easy to talk to.

2. You live once, eat the cake.

I'm not going to miss out on some bomb cake just because it might affect my figure or it isn't good for me. Forget counting calories and cutting out carbs, I'm eating the cake.

3. Your parents are right 99 percent of the time.

It took me a long time to admit this, but it's so true. Just like many others, I had the mentality that my parents didn't know anything and I knew EVERYTHING. As I've got older, I've quickly learned that that is far from true and their advice is the best.

4. Always love yourself.

If you don't, who will? You're given one life, one body, one chance. Love every part and piece of it. The good, the bad and the ugly.

5. Share your story with the world.

It may be scary or utterly embarrassing, but I promise that there's someone else out there that has had the same experience or is going through the same thing.

6. Live in the moment.

It's there one minute, then it's gone forever. There are so many times I regret not stopping everything I was doing to let the moment sink in and to enjoy it.

7. It's okay to ask for help.

Life is hard and so is everything else that comes with it. It's okay to be vulnerable and admit that you're struggling a little.

8. Don't live to please others.

Pleasing everyone is impossible. Live for you and only you. Honor yourself and never lose sight of you.

9. Mutual effort in a friendship is so important.

This goes for any relationship really. Everyone should be putting in equal amount of effort. None of this one-sided nonsense.

10. You will always be daddy's little girl.

Again, something that took me awhile to realize. My relationship with my father is something I am so blessed to have and it has helped shape me into the person I am.

11. Boys suck.

Eventually, you'll come across one that isn't so bad and is worth fighting for. It just takes time and usually a lot of tears and broken hearts.

12. Be a true friend.

Boys come and go, but friends last forever. You never know when you're going to need someone.

13. Don't compare yourself to others.

Nothing good can come from it. Besides, you are your own person. Be confident in your own skin and own it.

14. Family isn't everything.

I have learned this from previous experience, but it is amazing who is there for you when you need them.

15. Be a risk taker.

You only live once so, live on the edge. A lot more interesting that way.

16. Ask questions.

If you never ask, you'll never know the answer.

17. Forgive, but never forget.

Holding grudges isn't healthy, but people are shady and if they do it once, they might do it again.

18. Stay patient and trust the process.

You create your own path which means the results are on you. Be patient, push yourself past your limits and trust that you're going to succeed.

19. Love your supporters.

They are your backbone, they'll catch you when you fall and applaud you when you're thriving. Respect them to no end, love them and support them as well.