24 things I’ve Learned by 24
It’s been a crazy, fun, adventurous ride in my 24 years of my life, and everyday I learn something new. These 24 things, are some of the most important things I’ve learned so far.
True love does exist. If you don’t agree you haven’t found it yet.
Travel as much as you can. The happiness it brings is worth every cent, and life is too short.
If you want something done, do it yourself.
If people don’t make an effort to be in your life, take that as a sign and move on.
Admit when you are wrong.
Most people don’t want you doing better than they are. It takes genuine and strong people to be proud of your accomplishments and to want you to be happy. When you find these good people keep them close. When you realize who the people are in your life that aren’t happy for your success, be aware, stay humble and keep killing it.
Set a goal that scares the shit out of you.
Thank the people who support you and are there for you.
Live everyday like its your last, but save money with the mentality you will live forever.
Grocery shop with reusable bags. Take the time and effort to get into that habit and once you do, its your first step helping the planet.
Leave people and places better than how they were when you got there.
Say hi and be kind to your co workers. Going out of your way to acknowledge someone you work with is the least you can do. It takes two seconds.
Buying your first house is expensive, and stressful. But so worth it.
After buying your first property know that a lot of contractors suck. Many of them will steal from you, blow you off and lie to you. But there are also many great ones. So when you find good contractors stick with them. (Send me a message if you ever need referrals. We’ve learned a lot from being homeowners.)
If you don’t take care of your body now, you probably never will. START TODAY. Getting into fitness and finally being happy with my body was one of the best, challenging and most rewarding things I have done in my life.
Be kind, even on your bad days.
Don’t let a day go by without telling your loved ones how much they mean to you.
Celebrate anything and everything. Any kind of success is worth celebrating.
Join yoga or hot yoga. Even if its just once a week. The mental break is worth it.
Learn to love yourself. If you don’t love yourself, make that change. Be the best that you possibly can be.
Don’t invest or make time for toxic people. It’s okay to walk away.
Never lie. It makes no sense.
Be organized. Have an agenda, make goals, make lists. You will feel accomplished crossing things off, and happy to get all your thoughts down on paper.
Invest in a therapist for either you, or you and your loved one. Open communication is key. Even when there is nothing wrong, every time is an opportunity to learn more about yourself.
Here’s to another incredible year.
