It is crazy to think that I have been 20 years old for the past few months now, and that I am no longer a teenager. I was kind of sad to be leaving my teen years behind because I made such great memories as a teenager, but I knew I was starting to no longer feel like a teenager and that I needed to really become an adult now. I know 20 years is such a short time of your entire life, but I feel like so far into my 20th year, I have gained so many valuable life lessons. Here are 20 things that I have learned in the past 20 years to help guide you through this thing called life.
1. Life isn't always sunshine and rainbows, and you just have to accept the fact that you will have down days.
2. Do one thing a day that makes you happy.
3. Independence is key: learn how to fend for yourself in all situations.
4. It takes time to build relationships with new friends, so don't stress if you haven't found your people yet.
5. Losing close friends is just a part of life and maybe it is for the best, but if it was meant to be then the world will work in mysterious ways and bring that friend back in your life.
6. You never know when and where you will find your best friends, so always be open to talking to new people.
7. It is scary to go out of your comfort zone, but in the end it will pay off.
8. Always go for what YOU want, and don't let anyone or anything stop you.
9. Do not always rely on someone because sometimes people suck and will screw you over.
10. It's the little things that can make life amazing, so focus on those things when life is getting the best of you.
11. No matter what, your family will always support whatever you do, so always hold on to that relationship.
12. If someone is a negative influence in your life, do not be afraid to distance yourself from them.
13. Having a job will help you not only financially, but it will help you learn about social and responsibility skills as well.
14. Tell someone how you really feel because they will never know until you say something.
15. Talking to someone always helps, so don't hold in all your feelings to the point where you feel like you'll explode.
16. Get involved in a club or organization at your school because it's the best way to meet people.
17. You won't miss what you have until it's gone, so always be grateful for everything you have, no matter how big or small.
18. Love yourself, your body, and your appearance because you are beautiful in your own way.
19. Travel as much as you can because there is a huge world waiting out there for you.
20. Last but not least, have fun with your life and never take yourself too seriously. It's ok to laugh and embarrass yourself every once in awhile!
