Today marks my twentieth birthday, and now that I am no longer a teenager
(cries) I feel like I'm in a good position to look back on my twenty years to see what I've learnt.
- If you don't want or enjoy the same things as your friends that is ok.
- Balance is always key. Always.
- As tempting as it is, don't spend all your money on clothes and other inessentials. There are always other things that will bring you more happiness.
- Your age does not define your abilities.
- Live in the now, not the future or the past.
- Always be humble and kind.
- Comparison really is the thief of joy. Comparing yourself to someone else really will make you miserable.
- A good night's sleep can solve almost anything.
- Regular exercise is important and will make you feel incredible. So force yourself to do it even if you don't want to.
- You really do get to a point where you don't care what other people think.
- It is important to make a bit of time for yourself on an everyday basis. Even if it is just a quick soak in the bath.
- The more effort you put into something, the more you get out of it.
- It is really easy to keep plants alive, no matter what people say. Just remember to water them.
- Friendships come and go, it's not the worst thing in the world.
- If you want something, ask for it.
- Ditch the makeup wipes. A good skincare routine is essential.
- Everyone feels scared about growing up at some point, no matter how much they might hide it.
- Having a driving license changes everything.
- It is incredibly difficult to eat Ben and Jerry's off a plate. #firstworldproblems
- Nothing will ever be as hard as life as a teenager. Nothing.
