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18 Truths About Life 2018 Taught Me

"Sometimes life can be hard and frustrating...but there is something to be thankful for no matter the circumstances."

Hannah Williamson

Dec 14, 2018

University of Mississippi

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Hannah Williamson

I know it's cliche, but it feels like just yesterday was January 1, 2018. It does not seem real that this year is about to come to a close.

It's been quite a year, but I'm thankful for all the challenges, good times, growth, hardships, and life lessons this year gave me.

1. Finding balance is extremely important

Yes, it's important to study hard and be involved on campus and have a social life, but there has to be a good balance of it all.

2. It's okay to say no

Sometimes you have to say no to find that balance

3. Sometimes friendships will fade...

People grow, things change.

4. ...but new friendships can be such a blessing

New friends bring a breath of fresh air (and lots of fun).

5. It's the little things that truly matter

Sending an old friend a random text can make their day. Spending time with friends with no technology or homework can be good for the soul. Showing up to your friend's house with Sonic drinks and ice cream makes for a nice surprise. Being there for your friends during rough times can mean the world to them.

6. Holding grudges doesn't hurt anyone but yourself

You can be bitter about something that someone did or said to you all you want, but you are only hurting yourself by doing so. Just let it go and move on: you'll be much happier that way.

7. Nights are much better spent in

As much as I love the occasional formal on a Friday night or girls night out for dinner and ice cream on a Saturday night, I'd much rather spend a night in with friends wearing pajamas and watching Netflix while eating popcorn.

8. Time away from technology is important

With how attached to our phones we are now, the best memories are made when you are with people who make you forget to even check your phone.

9. School and GPA are important but so are sleep and health

Academic goals are great to have, but they can't be achieved if you are not taking care of yourself.

10. It's okay to be hard on yourself...

It's a part of holding yourself accountable for the goals you have set for yourself.

11. ...but not too hard

Hold yourself accountable, but be nice to yourself too.

12. Parents are the best 'best friends'

I mean it...They're irreplaceable.

13. Your happiness is up to no one but you

YOU control your own happiness.

14. Stay true to yourself

There will always be someone that doesn't like you, so just be you and enjoy life.

15. Sometimes life can be hard and frustrating...

Either you are in a trial now, you've just come out of one, or you are about to go in one: life can be tough.

16. ...but there is something to be thankful for no matter the circumstances

But there are ALWAYS things to be thankful for in each and every day: God's provision, family, friends, a roof over your head, God's beautiful creations in nature, the food you eat daily.

17. Your worth is found in Christ.

Your worth is found in Christ and NOT in your accomplishments or mistakes.

18. God's timing and His plan are MUCH GREATER than ours

We may not understand God's plan for our lives, but I know His plan is far greater than mine and he has me where I am in life right now for a reason.

Thank you 2018 for a year full of teaching me life lessons and allowing me to grow and learn more about myself.

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18 Truths About Life 2018 Taught Me

"Sometimes life can be hard and frustrating...but there is something to be thankful for no matter the circumstances."

1. Finding balance is extremely important

2. It's okay to say no

3. Sometimes friendships will fade...

4. ...but new friendships can be such a blessing

5. It's the little things that truly matter

6. Holding grudges doesn't hurt anyone but yourself

7. Nights are much better spent in

8. Time away from technology is important

9. School and GPA are important but so are sleep and health

10. It's okay to be hard on yourself...

11. ...but not too hard

12. Parents are the best 'best friends'

13. Your happiness is up to no one but you

14. Stay true to yourself

15. Sometimes life can be hard and frustrating...

16. ...but there is something to be thankful for no matter the circumstances

17. Your worth is found in Christ.

18. God's timing and His plan are MUCH GREATER than ours

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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

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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

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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.

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Email the professor

Attend the first class

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