Most people have at least heard of, if not seen, the series "Gilmore Girls" that was shown on ABC Family. This show was known to capture hearts and encourage laughter from its viewers. "Gilmore Girls" had many life lesson hidden behind comedy, relationships, and small town business. After watching it time and time again since I was in middle school, I can now comprehend the life lessons Gilmore Girls presents to it's audience.

1. You can always rely on your mother.

Rory's father, Christopher, is inconsistent in her life. Her mother, Lorelei, is the only consistent life line she has her whole life. Through every success and obstacle given to Rory, Lorelei is standing in her corner.

2. Always strive for your full potential.

Rory is very studious and because of this, she decides to challenge herself in high school. She leaves Stars Hollow High to go to Chilton to better her chances of getting into an Ivy League school. She later attends Yale University.

3. Coffee is your best friend.

When I was younger, I always thought they over-played how much coffee was present in each episode. Being a freshman in college, I completely see why Rory and Lorelei both need their coffee to get the day started.

4. Be independent.

Lorelei got pregnant with Rory at a young age. She was stubborn and left her parents' house. She was determined to make it on her own, and she did. Her triumph is commendable and it shows girls that hard work and a sense of independence goes a long way.

5. You're most likely going to remember your first love.

Throughout the many seasons of "Gilmore Girls," Lorelei finds herself warding off feelings for Christopher, Rory's father. Rory finds herself thinking of Dean, her first boyfriend, one too many times throughout her later years after they split.

6. It's okay to have a "bad boy" phase.

Rory's bad boy phase is Jess, Luke's nephew. She risks a lot for Jess. She sees something inside him that draws her to him. She wants to save him because she sees the good in him. Rory never forgets Jess because he made her break out of her perfect eggshell she had been trapped in.

7. Keep your relatives close to you.

Despite Emily and Richard's (Rory's grandparents) strong willed nature, they love her and would do anything for her. Lorelei and Rory fight with them on many occasions, but they never turn their back on one another because they are family.

8. Appreciate where you came from.

Throughout all the seasons, so much emphasis is placed on Stars Hollow and the charm of the town. It shapes each character into who they are because they all fulfill a different role in the town. (Unless you're Kirk, then you work at all the businesses ever mentioned in the show, plus several of your own.)

9. Don't keep secrets.

There are many times that keeping secrets blows up in a character's face. For example, in season six, Luke keeps his daughter, April, a secret from Lorelei, which in turn creates much heartache for both of them in the months following. Hence, Lorelei hating the date "June 3rd:" her not wedding date.

10. At the end of the day, be yourself.

Each character in this show plays such a unique role. They all are so different in personality, but fit together like a puzzle. Without one piece, the puzzle would be broken. You are where you are for a reason, because you fit there.

"Gilmore Girls" will forever be one of my favorite shows, and I am sure most of you can relate.