Adam Baker of Man Vs. Debt wrote a blog entry titled 26 Lessons I've Learned in 26 Years of Living. Here: http://bit.ly/9cuSYQ
It is not my birthday but I really like the idea so here it goes.
22. Love is Not Guilt or Pity
If you find yourself 'loving' someone because you are guilty for your past, or how you've treated them... OR you pity them... this is not all there is to love. Can you pity someone you love? Yes. Should you love them because you pity them? No. Guilty and pity are strong emotions that are hard to detach from. Take a breath. Think about it.
21. Exercising Is Not that Bad. Actually, It's Pretty Great.
I used to HATE exercise. I saw no point. Actually there is a point. You will feel energized, relaxed, centered. Not to mention you'll get a banging bod if you do it right and enough. The key to starting? Start slow. I started by doing abs everyday. Then started trying to run a mile at a time on a treadmill (it's easier than outside) and lifting every now and then. And now? I'm finally ready to compete. Granted they are only 5k races... but it's a start.
20. Mistakes are Necessary to Learn
It's simple. You can't know the results of EVERY action you make until you make them. Only when they become routine, do you have a problem.
19. Play-Doh is NOT an acceptable Snack
Though it is tasty.
18. Zits Happen
So they are unfortunate, sometimes they hurt, and they don't really match your outfit but they happen. Plus, it's a known fact, the more you look at them, the bigger and redder they SEEM. Leave them alone, they'll heal in their own time. And to prevent? Wash AND moisturize. They make moisturizer for even the oiliest skin.
17. People Will Stick Around if You Let Them
Not everyone is going to hurt you. And some will stay with you even after you hurt them. These are some special people. And while you should be embarrassed for some of your actions, never push THEM away because of it. They like you... for whatever weird reason... so roll with it.
16. People Will Leave When You Don't Want Them To
Maybe for a bit or maybe for good. You can't stop them.
15. There is No Shame in Pop Music (Okay, There is Some)
Just don't let music snobs catch you.
14. Mom is on Your Side
Though she may not seem like it sometimes... or MOST of the time. She is. She just doesn't want you be lazyhurtaloneconfused. It's okay.
13. Siblings are Your Best Friends
And if they aren't yet, work on it. They will understand you in a way no one else can.
12. BFF's Require Effort
But luckily if they are like you, it won't take much. :)
11. You Can See the World
Just keep your eyes open for cheap opportunities.
10. Hard Work Doesn't Always Pay Off
You will work really hard on something. And no one will care and the end result will not be all that great. That's okay because you have another shot. Just on to the next one.
9. Do What You Love
You'll be happier.
8. Do What You're Good At
Don't spend all your time trying to be good at something that you're not. Play to your strengths.
7. High Heels Suck
There is very little you can accomplish in them and they hurt. Screw it.
6. People Will ALWAYS Talk
'Nough Said.
5. Life is Better Without a Car
Think of the money you save and the calories you burn!
4. Trust Yourself
3. Always Throw Parties
Playing host can be stressful but you'll be the reason for a million more great memories.
2. Stretch
1. Smile
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