Two mounts ago I turned 25. My first thought was: "God, am getting old!". And before the day turned into a mess full of people, greeting cards and noise, I sat down with myself, poured a glass of wine and began to think about what I have achieved in these 25 years of my life and in the end, did I learned something from my mistakes, ups and downs. Am getting older, but am I getting any wiser? Have I learned anything from life? Because in the end, that school is the most important. So here are 18 lesson I have learned so far:
1. TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS
You've heard it before. If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Trust your inner voice and trust yourself.
2. EVERYONE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEMSELVES
That is true. This does not mean that you do not ask someone for advice or for help because there is no shame in that. We can not always do everything all alone, but do not forget that you make your own decisions. You play with those cards that life gave to you and it's called destiny, but the way you will play the round is yours decision and it's called free will. Therefore, no one to blame for your mistakes, your moves. Don't even blame yourself, because if you never do something wrong, how are you going to learn?
3. TRUST DEEDS AND NOT JUST WORDS
Really, words without actions means nothing. If someone says he/she loves you and does not show it, do not believe him/her. Words lie, but never acts.
4. IF SOMEONE SHOWS HIS TRUE FACE TO YOU, TRUST HIM
This applies to all, good and bad. Everyone has their flaws and makes mistakes, but you can always recognize someone who grasps you for granted and if he/she show that to you, don't look excuses for that person, but trust him/her, turn around and leave. Without looking back. You deserve better.
5. LET IT GO
If you can not influence on something, if you can not change it, then endure because you should know that will pass. And if you can solve something then do it. So being concern makes no sense. Nothing last forever.
6. LIVE IN THE PRESENT
I know, I know. It is easier said then done, but regardless at least try. You are done with your past. And future is so far away. So live in present, because if you are thinking about the past or worry because of the future, you are not able to enjoy the present, and in that way you are missing so many beautiful moments. Remember, time flies really fast, enjoy.
7. LEARN FROM YOUR MISTAKES
Don't repeat them. Your personal growth depends on it.
8. NO REGRETS
No regrets for anything. Because if at least once someone brought you joy, then it was worth it. Because we all know, good experience carries the memories and bad ones give you lesson. Life is too short to spend it on self-pity or to complain for something that you can't change.
9. THAT'S LIFE
Good and bad happens to everyone. Maybe sometimes you do not deserve it, maybe there is something called karma, but all comes down to this. That's life. It doesn't play fair and it play rough from time to time, but still the truth is it has its moments and sometimes we love life more then he loves us.
10. THE CHOICE IS YOURS
Are you going to be fighter or are you going to drown in self-pity is up to you. You can always take a stand and instead of asking: "Why always me?" you can just say: "Try me!"
11. DAY BY DAY
Patience was never my virtue. I remember when my mother first told me: "Sun can't shine before dawn. Live day after day! Be patient" I never knew what she was trying to say, but now, years after I finally get it. So be patient. What is yours, will come to you in its own time.
12. BE THANKFUL
Be thankful for everyone who is in your life. And for everything that you have but you take it for granted. You have people who love you. You woke up healthy, you have food on your table, roof over your head and you have clothes to wear. Do you know how many people don't have all that?
13. EVERYTHING HAPPENS FOR A REASON
What looks random to you, actually it is the perfect plan. Every mistake, every tear, every person who enters and leaves your life, is not a coincidence. Everything that happens to you in life is to teach you something. Learn from it and move on.
14. MEDITATE
Meditate, read a book, go for a walk or do what ever relaxes you. In every day, take at least 10 minutes just for yourself. I don't care how busy you are, you can always take 10 minutes just for you. Believe me, your soul and brain will be thankful to you.
15. BE CAREFUL WITH THE DECISION
Always remember one thing. Never make the decision late at night because morning is really smarter then night, and never do things in anger because you will regret it. Remember, when making some decision in life, be sure that it is the one you can live with.
16. BE POSITIVE
Don't let others bad energy bring you down. Take care of yourself and take care of your inner peace.
17. RELATIONSHIP
The most important relationship that you will ever have is one with yourself. Because, lets face it, you are in a relationship with yourself as long as you can remember. Take care of that relationship because it is foundation to every relationship that you will have with other people.
18. JUST BREATH
Take a few deep breaths. Everything that is bothering you will pass. You are stronger then you think. You are doing just fine. Breathe and keep in mind one thing: You can do it! Forgive everything to yourself, forgive others and just keep moving. Day by day, step by step.
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