1. Pop That Bubbly.

Alcohol, one of the most iconic things about turning twenty-one. While for most people it might not be their first drink, or two, but for others, it's the first sip that makes you think, "wow, I'm really an adult." It even makes other think that. That somehow alcohol is a mark of maturity, and if you can drink it, you're an adult now.

And I say pop the bubbly, wear your sash, but know this doesn't make you anything but a year older. How you choose to drink will either turn you into an immature child, take you down a criminal path, or lead to the ultimate destruction of your body and mind. It isn't evil. But how YOU choose to drink it can determine a lot of things.

2. #SquadGoals.

The second thing I think you learn about being twenty-one is who your true friends are. Who encourages you to drink? Who blacks out and makes you take care of them? Who helps you and watches out for you? It'll say a lot about the kind of friend they are to you, and the type of friendship you have.

3. Dancin' On Table Tops.

It's 100% okay to let loose, try something new, dance on a table with friends because you're having a good time. Or dance until your feet hurt because it should be about having fun. It's not about how you look, or who's watching you, have fun.

4. Shots, Shots, Shots.

Enjoy being able to drink legally, but watch how many shots you take. Be mindful of how you mix your drinks and the amount you're drinking, because at some point, you'll feel it, and it will all catch up to you.

5. Drinking Buddies. 

Meet new friends, enjoy the company of others.

Everyone has a different perspective of the bar scenes and granted, it's not always good.

But at times you can meet very friendly people, whether you're dancing on the dance floor, waiting in line for the bathroom, or awkwardly standing alone.

Don't be afraid of people,

and don't be afraid to meet new people.

6. Lyft Yourself Up, And Uber Your Butt Home.

Seriously invest in Lyft or uber, just don't drive under the influence.

You're not only saving yourself a mean ticket, and possible jail time.

But you're also saving other people's lives.

So don't be stupid. Download the apps.

7. You Can't Heal Real Pain Through Self Medication. 

We've all had those bad weeks or those stressful days.

He broke up with me, she left me for someone else.

Or what have you, but a drink, or two, or five, really won't solve that problem.

If anything you'll embarrass yourself, ruin your situation even more or create new problems.

Don't be the person who drunk texts your ex, it's the worst.

And know that if you've got serious stuff going on, then you need to actually deal with it like an adult.

And self-medicating isn't how you do it.

8. Remember Who You REALLY Are.

You're someone's daughter, someone's friend, classmate, or co-worker. You were a little girl once, with hopes and dreams. So don't ruin that, don't do thing's you'll regret forever, or do something to alter your life. And know that you're still young, don't allow things to so heavily influence you, or change who you are.

9. Boys vs. Men.

I think it's pretty fair to say there is a distinct difference between boys and men.

Don't be with a guy who just recently experienced a breakup, be careful with people you meet on apps, most just want one thing.

Make sure he actually communicates with you and has goals for his life.

Don't settle for someone because of your attraction to them solely, it's not worth it.

10. #Value.

Value yourself, and value the people around you. Life is SO short, but it's your life, it's a life you get to have each day, and that is something to be thankful for. You matter. So don't do something that will harm yourself, degrade yourself, or change who you are.