35 Lessons Learned
I had another milestone birthday and made a list of things I have learned over time-
1. Life may not be perfect, but it is still a precious gift.
2. Find closure with your past so it won’t interfere with the present.
3. Get up, put on your make-up, and make an appearance.
4. If you’re unsure what to do, simply take a small step forward.
5. We only have one life, so cherish every moment and live in the present.
6. The grass always looks greener on the other side. If we piled all our problems together and saw what other people deal with, we would quickly take back our own.
7. Pause and reflect. Consider carefully what you are about to do or say.
8. Your job is not responsible for your well-being. It is your responsibility to pick the right job.
9. Choose your battles wisely. Stay authentic to your values and beliefs.
10. Sharing tears can be more therapeutic than crying alone.
11. Every day, miracles are waiting to be recognized.
12. Make it a daily habit to step outdoors and bask in the warm rays of sunlight.
13. It’s important to allow your adult children their independence in life.
14. Never compare your path to someone else’s. You don’t know where they have been.
15. If you must keep a relationship secret, you shouldn’t be in it.
16. When upset, take a deep breath before you speak. It calms the mind.
17. Get rid of clutter it weighs you down and scrambles the mind.
18. Whatever doesn’t kill you, will hurt like hell and hopefully make you stronger.
19. Living a happy life is the best revenge.
20. Happiness is always within reach, no matter your age.
21. Don’t depend on others to make you happy. Find it within yourself.
22. Never give up on what you love in life.
23. You can forgive but make sure you never forget.
24. Envy is a waste give thanks for what you have it will give you what you need.
25. The opinions of others are not your concern.
26. No matter the situation, good or bad, it will always change.
27. Make sure you find a revelation daily.
28. Stay vigilant Miracles Occur.
29. All that really matters in the end is who you loved and who loved you.
30. To mature you must grow in love.
31. Expect hardships and trials, and know that God intends good for us.
32. Aging may not be ideal, but it’s better than the alternative — you could have died young.
33. Hug and kiss your spouse daily.
34. Light those candles, lay out the luxurious sheets, and put on that fancy lingerie.
35. You are what you think about…
