34 Things I've Learned in 34 Years of Life

We're always getting older and on a more personal note, here's what I've learned so far <3

I. Family first, hold them close and tightly.

2. Learn to show up for yourself, not someone else

3. Be kind

4. Life is too short to obsess over what other people think

5. Routine is good but variety is fun

6. There is always a positive and a lesson

7. We grow as we go through hard things

8. Balance in all things is essential

9. Less is more - less stuff has been a highlight of my 30’s so far

10. You should laugh or cackle DAILY

11. Your inner child never goes away - so take time to heal it

12. Slowing down makes everything more enjoyable

13. Simplify things that other people love to complicate

14. Your opinions can be different than someone else’s

15. Getting uncomfortable promotes growth

16. Less time on social media is always a good idea

17. Toxic people lead to toxic habits - cut them OUT, remember less is more

18. Train for mental and physical strength

19. You are in control of you, and no one else

20. Nature is soothing

21. And so are dogs, all the pets in my 30’s

22. If it’s not changing, change

23. Quality > quantity

24. Forgive and let go - holding grudges does nothing great

25. The joy of simplicity

26. Adaptability leads to resiliency - idk how it took til 33 to realize this

27. People prioritize what matters to them

28. Move your body in a way that feels good to you

29. Slow changes lead to sustainable changes

30. Never settle - personally or professionally

31. Smile even though it gives you wrinkles

32. Empathy goes a long way from friendships to professional life

33. Experiences >>> material goods

34. Your goals can change and that doesn’t mean you failed.