*since today is my b-day*

Everyone ages, but with age, do we grow?

1. People come and go like the wind.
Priorities change and with it, people. The people you grew up with/went to school with will change and so will you. You'll lose people but in return you'll create bonds that are stronger than ever before. There will be less but they'll be better.

2. You must always be true to yourself.
There will be people who will make you want to doubt yourself. Don't. If you know you can do something, you know.

3. Be kind to all but only trust a few.
Being nice is always a plus but sometimes that's it. Trust you gut.

4. Life isn't a race. Take it at your own pace.
Who graduates when, who moves where, does what and when - none of it matters!
Take it at your own pace. The end goal is what matters and along with it your peace of mind.

5. People will always say "what people will say".
If you do it this way, she will say something. If you do it that way, he will. WHO CARES?! What someone says won't change your life (there are exceptions of course). Life is short. Do what makes ya happy as long as you're not hurting anybody.

6. No job is worse or better than another.
    
7. No amount of knowledge is ever enough.

8. Perspective matters.
People see the world differently. It may be that hearing out someone else's perspective may open up new windows.

9. Self-reflection is necessary.
You are wrong. You have to accept that and your mistakes. There's strength in it.That will help you grow and become the best version of yourself.





10. Never let someone make you think that you can't do something. 

11. Chill. It's not that deep.
Everything will pass. There's always a solution. Don't give up. When you see someone actin' a fool just ignore it. It's not that deep!

12. Hustle.
You are young. Do as much as you can! You won't regret the hustle. You'll learn.

13. With age comes freedom but great responsibility.
GOSHHH I HATE BILLS AND CREDIT SCORES! AND CAR MAINTENANCE AND UGHHHH

14. Always keep your options open.
Jobs, relationships, everything. Nothing is definite until it is. Don't feel forced into something you're not passionate about. There are a million options. (This doesn't mean you should cheat though lol)

15. Ask for help. Give help.
Someone was in your shoes at one point. Nobody learned anything in their sleep. Ask for help, there's no shame in it. When you see someone struggling with something you once needed help with, offer them your help. It can go a far way.

16. Strike a conversation. Anywhere.
All I'm gonna say is you never know when there's an amazing connection in front of you.. could be in the line at the grocery store. 

17. Accept your mistakes.
Again, you're not always right!!

18. Life happens.
Always have a back up plan. Random flat tires is just an example. Have a backup plan and some savings all the time. (I suck at saving money but is important lol)

19. Grow thick skin.
People will make hurtful/nasty comments. Tell you that you can't do something.Don't worry bout it.
      
20. Have fun.
In the midst of all this, enjoy yourself.

21. Age is just a number.
Don't let it stop you from aiming high.

22. You are as old as you think you are.

I still have a lot to learn but I hope this helps! If anything it helped me reflect some more.

- Afghangstah