On October 22, I turn 35 years old. In those 35 years, I have learned a lot: some funny things, some serious things, some amazing things. So here are 35 insights/bits of advice I have come to know in my life so far:
- Life without God is difficult. Life with God is still difficult, but it is way, way better. I prefer to live with hope, and Christ gives me the hope and peace that I need to live a fulfilled life.
- If a guy tells you he’s bad news, he is.
- Friends will come and go. They aren’t all meant to last forever.
- Trends can be fun, but wear what you want.
- Sometimes it’s OK to be a mess.
- Christians are a tough group to deal with. But they are not God. Love God for who HE is, not His people.
- If someone doesn’t like you, that’s their problem.
- Don’t find a decent guy and try to change him into what you really want. Find one you love just the way he is.
- Church can be frustrating, but you need it to feed your soul.
- Nothing feels better than helping someone else. Try it.
- A handful of amazing friends is way better than tons of mediocre friends.
- Spend time with your family as often as possible.
- Get rid of the toxic people. I repeat: GET RID OF THE TOXIC PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE.
- Travel. Even if it’s to a nearby city you’ve never been to, travel. If you have the funds to do so internationally, even better.
- We have it good here in America. We have it really good.
- Never be embarrassed. Learn to laugh at yourself.
- Fly first class at least once.
- Don’t cut your own bangs.
- Worrying about being popular when you’re a teenager is useless. And it’s totally ridiculous when you’re an adult.
- A friend can break your heart just as badly as someone of the opposite sex. And you still have to let it go and move on.
- The only person who will never let you down is God.
- Don’t lie to your parents. Eventually, they will find out.
- Don’t do anything just to be cool. Do it because you want to.
- Be friends with people who have beliefs other than yours.
- If it’s time to grow up, grow up. But “growing up” is different to everyone.
- Sponsor a child. Adopt. Be a “big” for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Tutor. Do SOMETHING for a child who isn’t biologically yours.
- Don’t get/use a credit card unless you can pay it off right away.
- Listen to the advice of your parents. They are usually right.
- The average-looking guys from high school will end up being the most successful and the best looking.
- You will only find a good guy when you stop giving the wrong ones all the attention.
- You cannot substitute cornstarch for flour.
- Pray.
- Don’t give up on finding a job you love, or at least one you don’t hate.
- Stand up for yourself. You are not a doormat.
- Be thankful to face another birthday. There are many in the world who won’t make it to whatever age you’ve reached.
Love these!!! Keep writing…hugs MB
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