Monday 22 November 2010

25 lessons I've learned in 25 years

Every day is a new opportunity to stumble, make mistakes, learn and grown from them. And I hope that in my time on this planet so far, I've done just that. I know I'm not perfect, nor do I want to be. I seek to find beauty and peace through my imperfections, and in those that surround me.

Here are 25 lessons I've learned in my 25 years on this planet. There's definitely a lot more than 25 overall (I hope), but these are the ones that stand out in the maze that is my mind, on this particular night.


1. Love (and lust) can make you do some pretty silly things.

2. Even when you think you've been dealt a bad hand, there's someone out there who has it a lot worse.

3. Telemarketers don't want to call you. They have to call you. So be kind, even if you're not interested in what they're selling.

4. Hope fuels humanity. This is a good thing. A very good thing.

5. Always keep an open mind. You will have the best experiences in your life if you do.

6. First impressions say a lot. Do give people a second chance, but never forget how you first felt around them.

7. The Blue Marble that we live on is fabulous! Take every opportunity to wander, seek and embrace all aspects of our gorgeous and giving planet.

8. Being alone is good. Silence is good. Learn to listen to yourself when you're alone and silent. You'll be surprised by what you discover.

9. Never settle for quantity over quality.

10. Be kind and forgiving. Mostly to yourself.

11. Express love in some form every day.

12. Life is short and unpredictable, so make the most of every day and learn to live without regrets.

13. Don't mess with karma. Even if you don't believe in it.

14. There's healing powers in the human touch. A simple look, hug or kiss can completely change one's perspective.

15. Language is only a barrier if you let it be. Even if you don't speak the same language, you can always find other ways to communicate.

16. Time is not linear. It's true that some days feel longer than others, and sometimes time seems to speed up. I can't prove this, but I believe it.

17. You have to take responsibility for your own actions in this lifetime.

18. If you intentionally set out to hurt others, you are not a good person. No matter how much you try to justify your actions.

19. It is important to believe in a higher power. There is no way we can marvel in the beauty that is our world without believing there is a force much greater than us at work.

20. Real life can't mimic the movies, but movies can mimic real life. You just have to remind yourself of this every time you get caught up in a chick-flick.

21. It's a sad truth, but there are more Daniel Cleavers, Wickhams and Mr. Collins' in this world than there are Mr. Darcys.

22. Nothing beats a glass of cold water on a hot summer day. Nothing beats a hot beverage on a chilly winter night.

23. Smile. Just smile.

24. Warm, fuzzy feelings that swell in the depths of your soul may not come by often in your life... so when they do, embrace them and make the best of them.

25. Mark Twain was on to something when he said the following:
"Life is short, break the rules, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly, laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile. Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
xo
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8 comments:

  1. There is something wonderfully inspiring about you, your blog, and this great post. Gave me a lot to ponder about.

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  2. This was a really sweet (and apt) entry. I love that quote from Twain for the same reason I'll always have a soft spot for the Sunscreen Song. Very sweet.

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  3. I follow Baz Luhrmann and 'always wear sunscreen!' Especially after the mud festival and my red face!

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  4. :) Thanks for the lovely feedback. I'm glad to see I'm not alone with this thought process. xo

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  5. You are amazing. That's all. xoxox

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  6. I feel all warm and tingly inside now :) BUT... i beg to differ on the language barrier comment...lol...only in certain parts of this planet that is! :)

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  7. I like this! I actually did something like this recently (http://lovelovelovesar.blogspot.com/2011/04/25-lessons-ive-learned-in-25-years.html) and have a very similar outlook on life to you. Thank gosh for positive people!

    -Sar

    http://lovelovelovesar.blogspot.com

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  8. straightfromthecurlsApril 16, 2011 7:05 pm

    Hi Sar,
    Thanks for your comment. :) I enjoyed reading your list as well. Very thoughtfully written. Definitely grateful that that there's like-minded people out there. :)

    Cheers!

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