26 Important Things I Learned by 26

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In honor of my big 2 6, I want to share 26 things I’ve learned with you all:

1. Putting yourself and your needs first isn’t selfish
2. The things you want now may not be the same things you want in a few years
3. Time doesn’t heal all wounds, introspection does
4. You’re not defined by the mistakes you’ve made
5. Telling your story is liberating
6. Vulnerability is a strength
7. Family is chosen
8. You don’t owe anyone an explanation for simply existing
9. Food is unifying
10. Gratitude keeps you grounded
11. Stop wasting energy on people who won’t reciprocate
12. Stop shrinking yourself to fit into spaces you’ve outgrown
13. Fighting for what you believe in is worth it
14. People will judge you no matter what you do — might as well have fun while you’re doing it
15. It takes effort to unlearn bad habits and even more to recognize them
16. Show up for the people who love you
17. When someone shows you who they are, believe them
18. Strive for consistency, not perfection
19. Don’t let others tell you who you are or what you’re capable of
20. You’re never too old to learn something new
21. You get out what you put in
22. Meditation comes in many forms
23. Most people don’t care, they’re just curious
24. Knowing your core values and beliefs will improve the way you navigate through life
25. Your feelings and experiences are valid — never let anyone discredit that
26. Growth isn’t a linear process

Cheers to another year of life! What have you learned along the way?

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