Last year, a friend of mine commented on this post and suggested I do 27 things I’ve learnt in 27 years. At the time, I didn’t, but this year, I will. It’s a fun little game that helps me reflect on the biggest lessons I’ve learnt in my entire life. Lessons are important to make us understand and relive the most important and changing moments. And they are definitely what make us better in the present.
It so happens that, at the time these lessons are being taught, we might not see them as such. You feel like life is unfair, you don’t deserve it, where’s the silver lining. But hopefully, we get there and end up realizing why it happened. Here are the most important 28 things I’ve learnt in 28 years.
#01 Family is everything.
#02 You can fix almost anything.
#03 Time heals all wounds.
#04 It’s not as bad as it seems.
#05 You can have acne in your late 20’s.
#06 You will fuck up.
#07 Not everyone is going to like you.
#08 You’re not going to like everyone.
#09 Saying no is very important.
#10 Changing countries changes you
#11 Life will never turn out the way you plan.
#12 Reality is harsher than anything else.
#13 Persistence and hard work are key.
#14 Being healthy is an attitude.
#15 Only you can find excuses.
#16 Only you can avoid excuses.
#17 Being nice goes a long way.
#18 Learn how to say I’m sorry.
#19 Haters are always going to hate.
#20 Challenge yourself daily.
#21 Wait 3 days before buying anything.
#22 A dog will change your life.
#23 Don’t leave it up to luck.
#24 Learn how to cook.
#25 Most people are inconsiderate.
#26 The first step is the most important one.
#27 Sweatpants are sexy.
#28 Life is awesome.
