"Parks and Recreation" is arguably the best series known to mankind, and while it has come to a bittersweet end, it has left some long lasting memories that remind us about what is important in life. While an eclectic staff of a homeless shoe shiner, an over the top enthusiast of politics, and a business entrepreneur may seem like a recipe for disaster in a government office (and often times it is), it pays homage to the everyday little lessons we sometimes forget.
Treat Yo’ Self
While saving money is important sometimes some retail therapy is just what the doctor ordered. A $300 pair of shoes? Treat yo self. That sixth cupcake? Treat yo self. An eight-hour nap? Treat yo self.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day
Yes, our parents (as well as everyone under god’s green earth) have been telling us since the end of time that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but we aren’t going to listen unless Leslie Knope tells us.
Best friends are a necessity
Family comes first, but best friends come second. A best friend is one of the most important things a person can have.
Confidence is the key to success, whether you are rocking the crocs, or giving a presentation on a topic you have spent three months researching.
Lead your own lifestyle
Changing, as a person is important, we can’t wear side ponytails and knee-high socks forever, but changing for others, especially for someone you have a crush on is never a good thing. You will be stuck with a permanent migraine pretending to like the heavy metal rock bands.
Sometimes you have to work a little to ball a lot
It is as simple as that, you have to put the work in to be able to relax and enjoy.
Have standards when it comes to dating
While having standards too high leads you only able to date Ryan Reynolds, making sure you know what you want out of a relationship, and a significant other, is important.
Lead a healthy lifestyle
I might be the queen of Cheeto Puffs, but I also know that taking care of my body is important, although I can’t attribute Parks & Rec for teaching me that (mostly because if I learned it was important to be healthy at the age of 19 we would be in some deep trouble), the show definitely reminds me that eating a corn dog for breakfast might not be the healthiest choice.
Be passionate
Big or small, whatever it is you’re doing in life, make sure you’re passionate about it.
Always do your best
