Well, if you follow me on Instagram you know that a couple weekends ago I turned 32. I actually felt pretty good about this birthday. Not too melancholy about the passing of time or that whole getting older thing. I’ve been thinking a lot about how much I’ve grown and learned over the years. So today I thought I would share some life lessons from 32 years of living.
life lessons learned in 32 years
1. You. Are. Amazing.
Rock your awesomeness every day. It might take time to figure out who you are, and that’s okay. But never pretend to be something you aren’t because you think it will make people like you more.
2. Choose your friends, don’t let you friends choose you.
3. The world moves so fast that if you’re not progressing you’re moving backwards.
4. Go ahead, treat yourself once in awhile.
Whether it’s a manicure or a new outfit, it’s okay to treat yourself every now and again. But remember that life is also about more than just you.
5. People can’t offend you unless you choose to be offended.
6. Go about life assuming that everyone loves you and wants to be your friend.
7. You can’t do it all yourself.
It’s okay though, because no one can. Despite how social media makes things look.
8. It’s not only okay, but it’s necessary to take time for your self.
9. Try new things, and make sure you keep trying them.
10. Never say never.
11. Carbs may be delicious, but they are not your friend.
12. Celebrate anything and everything you can.
Life is too short, shorter than you realize. And none of us knows how much time we have left. So make a big deal about the little victories.
13. It’s better to be happy than to be right… most of the time.
14. Count your blessings.
There’s enough negativity in the world. Appreciate everything you have now and you’ll be swimming in joy.
15. Step out of your comfort zone once in awhile.
16. Be the bigger person.
17. Telling the truth is easier than remembering a lie.
18. The Lord’s plans for us are better than what we have planned for ourselves.
Oh goodness, how I wish I had learned this years ago. Through the trials in my life I’ve always known that He loves me. However, it took me awhile to realize that He knows me so much better than I know myself and His plans are much better than mine. Update–check out this blog post that solidified my testimony of this even more!
19. Be present.
20. Don’t just jump on bandwagons, form your own opinions.
21. Happiness is a choice.
22. Time speeds up as you get older.
23. If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.
24. The grass is greener where you water it.
Things that are important in this life need to be nurtured. If you find yourself unhappy with your home, work, marriage, etc, you might just need to tend to it a little better. Put in the work and the reward may be greener grass right where you are.
25. Learn to say no…
26. … but also learn to say yes.
27. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
28. Don’t worry about being overdressed.
I wore a dress the other night for a girl’s night out. When my sister saw me she said she felt underdressed. I told her, “Don’t! I decided a long time I wouldn’t worry about being overdressed or underdressed for anything, I was just going to wear what I wanted and feel confident!” Life is too short to worry about what you’re wearing or to put off wearing something special for a “special” occasion, your whole life should be a special occasion, celebrate it (see #12).
29. Online shopping will save your sanity.
But it’s important to shop small whenever you can.
30. Stand strong in your convictions.
31. Stop procrastinating. Right this second.
32. Be content in the now.
Don’t spend your time wishing for someday or something. Love who you are, love what you have. Goals are great, but don’t let the pursuit of those dreams consume your life.
What are some life lessons you’ve learned?
11 Responses to life lessons I’ve learned in 32 years
Love this post and that picture of you!
Love this list. Especially the ones about self-care which is so so so important, especially as we get older. Thank you for sharing!
I love this list! Thanks for sharing! These are all so important!
I really liked your list. Especially if you don’t have anything nice to say don’t say anything at all. It’s so true.
Angela
I absolutely loved this! Your list is so true and number 2. ( Choose your friends, don’t let you friends choose you. ) I have definitely learned the hard way but so glad I learned! This was great! xxx
I basically agree with ALL of these, so maybe I’m ahead of my years a little bit, haha! Although I still stress about being overdressed… 😉
This was an awesome list! I’ve always lived by treat others as you would want to be treated and if you don’t have anything nice to say don’t say anything at all. Thanks for sharing!
Love this list of things, so ao true! Love that dress too!
This is a great list! I especially loved #25 and #26, because those are both things I had to learn how to do.
Yes to all of these! I’m all for counting my blessings. I always find that making sure I’m looking for the joy in the happy times AND the bad times always helps me get through whatever life throws at me!
OMG number 29 all the way! LOL! But can I use this as I approach my 33rd birthday in a couple of months!? LOL