So yesterday was my birthday, happy 25th to me. And I realized something I’m a much different person to who I was 10 years ago and that’s okay. Here’s an interesting little post I put together with 25 things … lessons if you will that I’ve learned in my 25 years on this crazy wonderful planet.
- It’s okay to not know/take your time figuring out what you want to do in life.
2. No matter what you do in life someone will judge you, just ignore them and do your own thing.
3. The friends you have as a teen may not be your friends in adulthood.
4. If you enjoy something do it often. (so long as it doesn’t hurt you or others)
5. Not everyone wants to see you succeed … do it anyways.
6. It’s okay to ask for help.
7. Mental illnesses don’t mean you’re weak.
8. Don’t ever feel embarrassed for enjoying studying or learning new skills.
9. The earlier you start looking after your body the better.
10. Naps are a lifesaver.
11. Sometimes you just need to bundle up on the sofa with a blanket and a good book, movie or tv series.
12. Dance and Sing like no ones watching. It’s good for the soul.
13. Just because you have a different opinion to someone doesn’t mean you’re right and vice versa.
14. Sometimes things don’t work. It’s not a failure if you learn from it.
15. Everything happens for a reason.
16. Life’s too short to waste time on regret.
17. Don’t reply to texts, emails or messages when angry; take time to calm down then think things through before responding.
18. Being silly, having “childish” hobbies or having obsessions *cough Harry Potter cough*, doesn’t make you any less of an adult.
19. Your goals, wants, thoughts and opinions will change.
20. Always have a goal in mind with everything you do.
21. TODO LISTS!
22. It’s not selfish to say no to people.
23. It’s okay to cut negative/toxic people out of your life; even if they’re family.
24. Enjoy the little things.
25. Everyone changes over time, it’s just a part of life.
So what things have you learned over time? Share in the comments below.
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Happy belated birthday!!
– Melissa
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Loved this post! I’m almost 22 and I’m still trying to figure out some of things for myself.
Thank you for sharing!
“Dance and Sing like no ones watching. It’s good for the soul.” is one of my faves 🙂
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Happy Birthday! Hope you had a lovely day 😊 These are definitely good life lessons, mine would probably be: even though you may get your heartbroken & you feel that you will never get over it you will. Might not be straightaway but it does get easier in time.
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thankyou for the birthday wishes, i did have a good day thankyou.
that’s a great life lesson too by the way 🙂
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Oh this one is a good life lesson! Especially knowing that time heals, mostly 🙂
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Happy birthday! Not sure I was ever able to finish a to do list. I absolutely agree on figuring out things, asking for help or high school friendships.xx corinne
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Ooh happy birthday! It’s absolutely okay not to know what to want from life, hell, I’ve got no clie what I want from life haha. Loved reading this, I hope you had a fab day!
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I loved all those 25 points you’ve stated. it’s actually amazing to notice how we change over the years. Though, I wouldn’t call it changing, I would call it evolving! But some people don’t understand that!
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Happy Birthday Kitty! Fantastic life lessons, I can relate so many of them 🙂 Hope you had a fab birthday xx
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Pretty amazingly said. All 25 points go a long way in making me happy. Speaking of, Happy Birthday 🙂
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First of all, happy birthday to you, dear! This post was really fun to read.
I am 25 years old too, and I can agree with almost everything! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
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Happy Birthday! I agree so much with these lessons! I turned 25 this year too and totally relate!
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Happy Birthday dear! All the best! And what a great post, everything is so true!
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Happy belated birthday! I absolutely love these birthday life lesson posts! All of your life lessons are something we can all take away but my favorite was “It’s okay to cut negative/toxic people out of your life; even if they’re family. I couldn’t agree with this more, this past year I had to remove people that weren’t helping me grow and although it was difficult, it was necessary. Sending love!
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Many many happy returns of the day, Kitty! 🙂
I’m no where near 25 but I feel these are some of the life lessons which everyone should while turning 20.
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Loved this post. Happy belated birthday. Hope you had a lovely one. I really enjoyed reading this post. Thank you for sharing.
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Happy Birthday to You !! No.10 is so true hahah. sums up my university life.
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Aww happy birthday!!! I think its so awesome that you have a to do list; I wish I had done that. My add on would be to make a lot of mistakes! It gives you stories and the ability to learn from them.
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Number 13 ” Just because you have a different opinion to someone doesn’t mean you’re right and vice versa.” is definitely a great quote!
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Happy belated birthday. Hope you had a lovely one. This is a great post. Really enjoyed reading this. This is so true. Thank you for sharing.
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Happy Birthday🎊🎊….These are so relatable especially enjoying the little things…that’s so me
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Well happy birthday and congratulations for learning the life lessons. Just wait till you’re 35 and add 10 more to the collection haha. You’ll be much wiser.
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I love reading these sorts of posts! And happy birthday for yesterday.
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Happy Birthday Kitty! 🙂 This post made me nod agreeingly multiple times. To do list are a must and it’s also true that you should not think too much what others think. Instead concentrate on your own happiness and success.
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Yes you got all those points right. Everything is changing. I still can’t believe how many friends have left my life and how many friends have come.
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Number 6 is so true!
It’s definitely okay to ask for help, although I still find it hard sometimes!
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Happy birthday babe! Remember nr. 20 ❤ – https://esseremoda.nl/13-places-to-visit-in-bali/
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