25 Lessons in 25 Years

Some call it their quarter life crisis. I, on the other hand, like to keep it a little… less dramatic? Today is my 25th birthday and to reflect I thought the best way would be to share 25 life lessons I have learned over the past 25 years.

In no particular order…

• Nothing is given in this world - receive everything with gratitude

• Everything is best said, in person, face-to-face.

• You are your biggest critic

• Perspective changes how and why you think a certain way. Your perspective will also change as you grow

• Happiness from material things have an expiration date

• It’s best to be overdressed than underdressed

• Tears aren’t a sign of weakness

• To have success in anything it takes work. Work on your relationships, your career, and self.

• Stay humble - the minute you think you are “too good” or “overqualified” you’ll find yourself back at the bottom of the food chain

• Time is valuable - use it wisely

• Always have a plan… then be prepared to improvise when that plan gets shot to hell.

• As Momma Wop would say, money provides you with security, but money won’t make you happy

• Find joy in the little things

• All people must sleep, eat and wipe our hinnies - we are all human

• Forgiveness is much lighter than the burden you carry holding a grudge

• Everyone looks better sunkissed - lack of Vitamin D is a REAL thing

• The hardest part of a run is lacing up your shoes

• If you tell yourself you can, you will

• Change is inevitable, the strongest adapt and survive

• There is great beauty in imperfections

• You never grow too old for shenanigans

• Build relationships - they will reward you greatly

• It’s okay to ask for help

• True love is accepting someone for who they are - flaws and all

• You’ll never get tired doing what you love - find your passion

BONUS

• Chocolate makes everything better... that lesson I learned young

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