30. Artsy movies were much more fun when I was a young, pretentious film student. Now, while often beautiful they manage to make my depression meter dip beyond the deepest blue.
29. Pretending to like rap music or the NBA just because a guy thinks they're cool wins you no points. Nor does this game of make-believe make NBA players have the same heart they did while playing in college (assuming they went to college or ever had heart).
28. The mom that you clang to as a child, were annoyed by as a teenager, becomes your best friend as an adult if you're lucky. So, girls beware your actions if you're still in the awkward, heated teen years.
26. Speaking of the real world, the old wives tale of attracting more bees with honey than vinegar is 100% true. If you treat everyone with respect, you're less likely to have to worry that someone won't come through for you or who could potentially spit in your food.
25. Just because you like something, doesn't mean it's "good;" it's just your taste, not necessarily everyone else's.
24. Constructive criticism isn't to hurt your feelings. It's given to make you better at whatever you are trying to accomplish...
23. On the other hand, insults should be dealt with respectively and effectively. If someone tells you that you're unworthy or a piece of work, please remind them that pieces of work are worth quite a bit of money all of the world.
22. And speaking of worthiness, the wisest quote ever said is, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." ~Eleanor Roosevelt. In other words, don't give entrance to your soul to any one unless they've earned it and damn well deserve the ticket.
21. Your family can/will be all these things: loving, annoying, encouraging, embarrassing, frustrating, heartbreaking.
20. Also at the end of the day, you only get to choose your husband--not the rest of your family. You are either born in or get birthed in--so practice acceptance.
19. Not to sound like a self-help author, but until you know who you are, don't bother falling in love. You will be wasting every one's time, including your own.
18. Once you are in love don't confuse it with happiness--everyone has bad days. If you're happy 85-90% of the time you're ahead of the game.
17. Always work hard and try your best...
16. But remember just because you work hard, doesn't mean you get recognition. Just know that you've done the ultimate job you could, and rejoice in that--because your choir inside is the only one singing (sorry but it's true 99.9% of the time).
15. This one is common, but very true: You can't please all the people all the time... So, you should settle with pleasing yourself and try to please those you love.
14. The best definition of integrity is to own your successes and mistakes. Blaming someone else does nothing but make you look worse to those around you.
13. Always say "hello" with a sincere smile; you never know who's day you may make a difference in.
12. Don't hate anyone, it drains your energy. Although I fully support strongly disliking people.
11. This one breaks my heart, but vampires are NOT real. But that doesn't mean that authors should take liberties with old folklore and make them sparkle.
10. Some of your best friends hide who they are until a special moment or a crisis. Once they reveal themselves, hold on to them...
9. Also, make sure that you return the favor. Be the best friend you can be at all times--this includes pointing out food in teeth, saying "I love you" when appropriate, and driving to ER's at all hours (to name a few).
8. Speaking of saying "I love you," say it as often as possible to those you love you actually love. Life is short and you never want them to wonder if it's true or regret that you missed your chance to say so.
7. Letting go of bad things in your past doesn't mean forgetting. It means using that experience to become a better person without letting it rule you by fear or anger.
6. Daddy's Little Girls grow up to be bigger Daddy's Little Girls. We just learn to wear make-up while watching baseball, basketball and football.
5. The designated hitter is still an AWFUL idea!
4. Home isn't where you hang your hat, but who holds your heart.
3. Speaking of your heart, don't protect it too much. Let it get broken. Then revel when you find your best friend who protects with it his life for you! (I love you, Brian!)
2. Jeans and a cute top can make you feel just as sexy as a ball gown; and it takes a lot less effort/dieting/primping.
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