Things I Learned in 2017

A list of things I learned in 2017; a year that was unexpectedly splendid and life-changing.

1. things get better
2. some people and relationships need time
3. feeling confident within yourself changes your outlook on life
4. parents are people too
5. sometimes, people just need someone to talk to
6. life has a funny way of bringing happiness when you least expect it
7. friends come from the most unlikely, but obvious places
8. you are loved
9. living on your own is scary but freeing
10. stress is a roadblock
11. spontaneity is thrilling
12. a normal day can change your life
13. the world has a funny way of working itself out in your favour
14. giving back is important
15. alone time is important
16. pushing yourself out of your comfort zone is important
17. inner health is important
18. there are more important things than followers on social media
19. being skinny and healthy can be two very different things
20. people can change, some will and some won’t
21. forgiveness is important for your soul
22. moving on doesn’t mean you have to forget
23. heartbreak ends
24. sometimes you need a good cry
25. trusting within yourself will open doors
26. it’s good to treat yourself and others
27. staring at the night sky is sometimes all the therapy you need
28. everyone says “don’t sweat the small stuff,” and it’s hard, but don’t sweat it, there is no point
29. you can’t change others, they will make their own mistakes
30. it’s okay to make mistakes
31. always consider others opinions and experiences
32. people are good
33. the world is kind
34. the media focuses too much on the negative
35. there is joy in turning up a song and dancing like crazy
36. all good things take their time
37. have trust that the universe has your best life in mind
38. sometimes one good day can change your mindset forever
39. being tall is good, even if cute dresses don’t always fit
40. the feeling that live music offers is like no other
41. getting emotional is nothing to be ashamed of
42. getting passionate is nothing to be ashamed of
43. others opinions literally do not matter
44. people can be mean, but it shouldn’t change you
45. finding true happiness is one of the most liberating things you can experience