20 things I’ve learned in 20 years
As I am turning 20 tomorrow I thought that it would be interesting to just write down some life lessons from my perspective that I’ve learned while living on this earth for 20 years… wow…
1. Friendships are hard work - but it is worth it tho :) cherish the friends who find time to spend it with you cause it isn’t easy and also if you really don’t want to lose a connection with someone, have a solid plan on when you are going to meet them and don’t just put it in the back of your mind cause that never works out.
2. There is no need to stress about what others may think about you cause at the end of the day (this might sound harsh) they probably don’t think about you at all, like seriously, just stop and do your thing.
3. Life is going to be the way YOU will make it - you can’t just trust that others (your family, friends etc) will decide about your life in your place, you have to take the initiative and build it the way you envision it.
4. People, even if they don’t agree with it, respect others who are confident in what they believe whether it has to do with faith, political views etc - so if you really believe in something don’t let other irrelevant opinions change it.
5. Respecting teachers/laws/people in higher positions is a sign of maturity.
6. Asking questions and doubting certain things are healthy because that will eventually lead to growth.
7. Everybody needs to have at least 1 really good friend whom they can trust no matter what happens.
8. Don’t judge others because that is not your job (except if it actually is lol). You will never know all the reasons and sides to one story.
9. It is wiser to keep quiet in situations where you have nothing positive to say.
10. Love IS the key to a successful life.
11. Never be afraid to dream too big because the bigger your dreams will be the more you will actually accomplish.
12. If you want a 10/10-kind-of-people to be in your life, then be a 10/10 yourself.
13. Don’t try to take revenge or prove somebody your truth because eventually in the right time life will do that for you.
14. Let your enemies bring out the best in you.
15. Nobody can take away from you the freedom to choose how to react to different situations - good and bad.
16. It’s ok to not have your life planned by 20 :) because so many things can change just in 1 year so take one step at a time and work hard at whatever you do.
17. Listen to older people but don’t always take it as an absolute truth.
18. Be original - be yourself, because the last thing the world needs is another copy-cat. Embrace your differences because with them you will be able to stand out in this world.
19. Don’t hesitate spending time with your parents because they are the ones who will stand by your side no matter what happens.
20. No matter the situation always be grateful and stay humble.
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