- A lot of misunderstanding, hurt, or sadness we feel can often be changed by perspective. Once I readjusted my perspective on things, I became a happier person.
- Love yourself more than anyone else. You will be able to love others better.
- Distance yourself from those who interrupt your peace. Seriously, stop responding. If you must speak to them, do it sparingly. That includes friends & family.
- Anxiety is a form of not having faith in God. Strengthen your faith and everything else will fall into place.
- Try to find the good in everyone regardless if you can't stand them.
- Understand that negative comments from others have absolutely nothing to do with you therefore NEVER take it personal.
- Choose your life. Don't let settle for what you can get.
- Eat healthy. Your body will thank you for it and you will feel better.
- Exercise like your life depends on it. Because it actually does. It also helps your mood.
- Only offer your advice/opinion when someone asks you for it. Let people be.
- Stay open minded. To everything. Food. People. Ideas. Places. Perspectives. Things. It encourages growth.
- Read books. Good books. Books for entertainment, self help books, etc. There's a certain type of satisfaction I get when I complete a book that I enjoyed and/or learned from.
- Keeping it real with someone is the greatest gift you can give them.
- Only God alone can kill me. Like forreal.
- Strive to build and maintain relationships with people you can learn from. Its one of the best investments you can make for yourself.
- Recognize fuck boy shit EARLY and dead it. Seriously, do not entertain the foolery.
- What's for you will only be for you and nothing can change that. Understand that if it's not for you, that's okay.
- Men are simple as fuck. Just accept it. The quicker you accept it, the easier it is for you to get along with them. Embrace their simpleness.
- Learning new skills will only help you. Whether it's crocheting or deep throating. Learn something new.
- People will throw sooooooooooooo much shade. Friends. Enemies. Family. Etc. Let them.
- Folks who just entered your life will often care more about you and know you better than those you've known forever.
- Always go with your gut.
- Never take yourself too seriously. Live, love, laugh.
- Agree to disagree with people. Don't you dare waste all your energy trying to convince someone about anything.
- Take lots of pictures. Being able to look back on great memories in pictures is one of the greatest feelings in the world.
- Things will get better in due time.
- Understand that there are people out there with less than you who are doing more than you. Use that to fuel your drive to be great.
- Take time for yourself. Enjoy being with yourself.
- Be yourself. 24/7 365.
- Forgive everyone. Just don't fuck with them anymore.
- Fear is actually the root of all evil. Don't let it hold you back from something amazing ahead.
- Happiness truly is an inside job and you have to choose it.
Lifestyle of a sophistiratchet bougie black girl just looking for some sleep...
Thursday, March 31, 2016
32 Lessons
In honor of celebrating 32 years of life on this earth this month, I wanted to put together a list of 32 life lessons I've experienced. It's always nice to reflect on all the amazing things life has taught you, whether good or bad. Enjoy!
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Love this so much! I have to share it! You da bomb.com boo! Love seeing your growth! Simply inspiring, and dope on so many levels.
ReplyDeleteThanks my love
Deletein <3 with this list and cheering you on in your life!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you so much!
DeleteI love this!!! I needed to read these reminders.
ReplyDeletethanks girl! *muah*
DeleteThanks doll :-)
ReplyDeleteMannnn look here, I agree with them all!! Love it! Absolutely in Love with your spirit Poi!!
ReplyDeleteawww thank you my love xoxo
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