26 simple truths I had to learn the hard way

1. Nothing is forever. Cherish what you have everyday. Take chances. Forgive.
2. Food is fuel. What we put in is what we get back. Junk food = feeling junky. Whole food = feeling whole.
3. Friends are life lines. Hold on tight to them and don't be afraid to make new ones.
4. Being nice is tough, but the universe rewards kindness.
5. Take LOTS of pictures.
6. Let go of clutter. Mentally and physically. We have enough to worry about without tripping over things we don't need.
7. There is always room to grow, a way to heal, a bit of hope to cling to.
8. Breathing is the best anti-anxiety medicine there is. Pretty silly that we often forget to breathe!
9. It's okay to have flaws. Perfect is boring. We are always learning and changing, little by little.
10. Giving your time is the nicest thing you can do for others, and it feels pretty good too.
11. Drugs don't solve anything, they merely cover up symptoms and cause dependency.
12. Exercising isn't my enemy, keep it fun and relaxed. Don't go for skinny! Go for healthy and happy.
13. I believe in heaven and God and its okay if I don't believe the same way others do. We are all different, why should we be forced to think alike for religion's sake. I don't have to be ashamed that I am not a Christian any longer.
14. Putting off household chores just means you'll have to do twice as much work tomorrow.
15. Let yourself be sad if you are sad! Bad days are inevitable but nothing is forever.
16. Don't let bad yesterdays ruin a brand new today.
17. One drink brings out the angels, 10 brings out the devils!
18. Chocolate is all around good! And there are times when a binge is absolutely necessary!
19. I don't want to go to college! There I said it, I feel so much better now! Take that society...
20. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate. So simple, yet I still struggle and forget to water myself.
21. Everyone has to grow up eventually. Except Ronny, he's cool.
22. Don't be afraid to try new things, goofing up is okay and that is how we learn!
23. EVERYBODY MAKES MISTAKES. humans....
24. Save up and indulge in an expensive treat once in a while. You deserve to shop in the non-clearance part of the store sometimes too!
25. Patience doesn't happen over night.
26. Never give up on yourself or talk down to yourself inside your head. Be mindful, watch your thoughts and stop them. You are in control but it is easy to get lost on "auto-pilot" Be kind to yourself first and the rest will fall into place.