Alison:

Alison Lauren DiLaurentis taught me that it is never too late to reinvent yourself; just because you were a bad person yesterday, does not mean that you have to be the same person today.

Family does not always mean the people in which you are blood-related to. Your true family is made up of those who are always there for you, no matter what.

Sometimes, getting bangs is not the best choice. (Most times)

You also might not know what is good for you, until it is too late. If you are lucky, you’ll still get your chance at happiness. Even if this means going through hell, and several burials, before you get there.

Aria:

Aria Marie Montgomery taught me to never give up on love. True love will always find its way back to you. You may go your separate ways, but if they are the one, they will come back.

Being small does not make you weak. Five-foot-two-with-attitude, as they say nowadays. As Spencer Hastings once said to her, “You’re little, but you’re big.”.

Sometimes, you might take the wrong path, but you can always find a way out. Life is not a perfect game, in which every move you make is correct. You may go down a dark path, or mesh with the wrong people. However, there is always a way out. (Even if you helped A.D. once, that doesn’t make you a bad person *shrugs*).

Emily:

Emily Catherine Fields taught me to always be myself. Never let society, friends, or even family tell you who you have to be. Your race, gender, and sexuality are what make you you, and should not be something that you’re ashamed of.

True friends will be there for you no matter what. If your friends cannot accept who you are, and what you want to be, then they are not your friends.

Never be afraid to fall completely in love. Being vulnerable is not equivalent to being weak.

Happy endings do exist, but you have to work hard for them.

Hanna:

Hanna Olivia Marin taught me that confidence has to come from within. One has to love themselves before others will truly love them.

It is totally okay to follow the trends of society if that is your choice. Diversity is key, but when it comes to fashion, sticking to the trends might be the way to go.

Not knowing what you want is a natural part of human nature. Not being able to decide is fine. Needing an outside push to help make a decision or gain some clarity is just life. Sometimes not knowing is even better. Sometimes it is more fun.

Spencer:

Spencer Jill Hastings taught me to always be smart, brave, and resilient. It is not ugly to be smart. One should be proud of their intelligence, and should always strive to be better.

Your family life may be super complicated (you know, half siblings, half cousins, a secret twin, your mom actually not being your mom), but if you keep the ones you love close, you will get through it all. Love transcends past family, and into whoever you give it to.

Speaking of family, it is never too late to make amends with them.You can always reach out to them and offer a hand. Offer a voice. Offer a heart. They should always be there for you.

These girls taught me the true definition of friendship. They have been my role models of friendship since I started watching the show, as a little 13-year-old boy who had no idea who he was, or was going to be. Ultimately, "Pretty Little Liars" shaped me into who I am today. It has influenced my friendships, inspired me to write, and has even become a part of my lifestyle. For this, I personally thank "Pretty Little Liars" for everything that it has taught me. I will miss you.