Recommended for you

9 Tips Every Girl Needs To Know Before Going Off In The Real World

It’s tough to be a girl!

Aug 23, 2018

9 Tips Every Girl Needs To Know Before Going Off In The Real World

https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1486704155675-e4c07f8ad160?ixlib=rb-0.3.5&q=85&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=srgb&dl=bewakoof-com-official-205686-unsplash.jpg&s=a73071a7ff4f3fb23642f87bd673c0be

The world is your oyster, girl! Go out and conquer it, while keeping these few tips in mind.

1. Don’t go to the gas station alone.

https://media3.giphy.com/media/l2R05wdisVHTOuchy/giphy.gif

It’s always smart to bring someone with you in the event that you need to pump gas at night. People can be sketchy, especially at night. Don’t put yourself in a possibly dangerous situation.

2. Wash the makeup off your face BEFORE you shower.

https://giphy.com/gifs/bypriyashah-india-tanishq-3ofSBsvERu6bsLeKze

Say good bye to black mascara smears! Washing away any makeup, sweat, and dirt on your face before a shower is definitely something that everyone should incorporate into their routine.

3. Don’t pop your pimples.

https://giphy.com/gifs/spot-uruguay-dribbble-xT9IgCVnjHqQsm9yg0

It's like zits practically scream at you until you pay some kind of attention to them. I promise, it is so much better to leave them alone. Just dab some spot healing treatment if you really want to address the issue. If you end up poking a zit, make sure the spot is always moisturized to promote healing.

4. Surround yourself with good people.

https://giphy.com/gifs/chandler-bing-steve-o-joey-tribbiani-DQ94PFPPETZCM

You would be surprised at how strongly friends can affect you and the way that you make decisions. It is important to make sure that you are surrounded by people who help create a positive and constructive environment.

5. Carry pepper spray at all times.

https://giphy.com/gifs/shameless-season-5-episode-l1J9vlPvw1sZLdV72

If you ever catch yourself in an emergency situation, pepper spray will come in handy. Most of them come on keychains to make it super accessible when you need to use it.

6. Guard your heart.

https://giphy.com/gifs/sexy-fitness-lifestyle-8NMlTQuUutyoM

Don't let just anyone sweep you off your feet. Make sure that whoever enters your life is not just there for one thing before they leave. Protecting yourself from heartache is worth the effort it takes. Remember, never settle.

7. Learn how to budget.

https://giphy.com/gifs/amanda-winberg-amwin-b5XIKA75bA0leOgLsF

It is important to know what you make and what you need to set aside for bills, a savings account, and other expenses that life throws at you.

8. Don’t overdo the drinking.

https://giphy.com/gifs/drunk-wink-lucille-ball-ei82MUjMVRRPG

There is so much more you can do on a weekend rather than be drunk for more than half of it. Besides a terrible headache and sensitive stomach, too much drinking can lead to all kinds of health problems.

9. Find time for yourself.

https://giphy.com/gifs/yosub-britney-spears-nails-lounging-26BkNwa13JLNN0xCo

“Me time" is the best time. Make sure that there is room for some R&R, because you deserve it, after all.

girls

Report this Content

This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.

Entertainment

25 Beatles Lyrics: Your Go-To Guide for Every Situation

The Best Lines from the Fab Four

SUNY Binghamton

35200

Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less

best beatles lyrics

Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College

98516

college students waiting in a long line in the hallway

StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

waitlisted

Recommended for you

9 Tips Every Girl Needs To Know Before Going Off In The Real World

It’s tough to be a girl!

1. Don’t go to the gas station alone.

2. Wash the makeup off your face BEFORE you shower.

3. Don’t pop your pimples.

4. Surround yourself with good people.

5. Carry pepper spray at all times.

6. Guard your heart.

7. Learn how to budget.

8. Don’t overdo the drinking.

9. Find time for yourself.

Subscribe to our Newsletter

The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

Trending Topics

Top Creators

Trending Stories

Best of Arts Entertainment

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments

Subscribe to our
Newsletter