Throughout our lives, many of us pick up life lessons from important people or experiences we encounter. Our grandparents, parents, or personal heroes all serve as influential figures. However as a '90s baby, I think it's safe to say that my generation picked up a lot of life lessons from our good friend, SpongeBob Squarepants. From the Krusty Krab Pizza, to the Hash Slinging Slasher, here are 10 things that SpongeBob taught us...
1. Procrastination happens!
We all have those nights when that five page paper turns into just writing your name, the header and the title. Good progress, I'll finish the rest tomorrow!
2. You are enough!
One of "you" is always enough! There is only one of you for a reason and you are utterly unique. Mi hoy minoy hoy!
3. Don't be in a rush to grow up!
Remember when SpongeBob went to his grandma's house and refused to be babied because he was a "grown man now?" Don't be in such a rush to grow up or you'll miss all the great things happening around you! Keep on eating your grandma's cookies.
4. Material possessions aren't worth as much as your loved ones
Mr. Krabs always had some big scheme to make tons of money and it never worked out for him! At the end of the day, what really matters is the loved ones you surround yourself with.
5. Customer service is key
SpongeBob and Squidward endured a lot, even being around each other, just to get a Krusty Krab pizza to a customer. Going the extra mile for others is a great quality, even when it doesn't always work out. They forgot the customers drink, but they worked together to get that pizza delivered!
6. Use your imagination!
You're never too old to use your imagination!
7. Love your neighbor
Even though Plankton is known as the bad guy of the show, SpongeBob never fails to show Plankton kindness and try to include him. We should show kindness and love to all, even if they may not be the nicest. Turn the other cheek! Maybe they're just having a bad day.
8. Never be afraid to try new ideas
SpongeBob's idea to create Pretty Patties wasn't taken seriously by Mr. Krabs, so he decided to start his own business! It didn't end very positively, but at least he tried! Never be afraid to get out there and try something new!
9. Don't believe everything you hear!
SpongeBob was deathly afraid of the Hash Slinging Slasher, and that story wasn't true! It's easy to believe things we see on the Internet because we think they're credible. Don't believe everything you hear!
10. Don't be someone you're not. Stay true to who you are!
Always be yourself and love who you are!
