Wow, 22 has come and gone. It’s crazy how fast this year went by honestly. 22 wasn’t what I expected at all. But, it was a year full of learning and for the first time in a long time, I feel confident and comfortable with myself. 2020 in general was a big year of self-reflection, and even though it was hard at times, it was worth it. 

Today is my 23rd birthday! And I’m here to share 23 things that I’ve learned over 23 years. 

1. Sometimes all you need is a trip to Target. (Blasting Taylor Swift on the way there of course. And treating yourself to Starbucks.)

2. There is a Taylor Swift song for almost every emotion under the sun. (Big Swiftie energy?? Am I right? lol)

3. Wear WHATEVER you want!!! Don’t worry about what other people think. Fashion like so many other things is SUBJECTIVE. Not everyone is going to like what you wear. The main thing is that you like it! 

4. It is so important to invest in yourself. If you have a favorite bottle of wine, buy it. If you have a skincare product that you want to splurge on, do it! Take care of yourself!!

5. Mirror the love that Jesus has for you with other people.  You never know what other people are going through. Treat people with kindness. (Thanks, Harry Styles.) 

6. I know it’s hard, but try not to worry so much about what other people say. You shouldn’t live your life to make others happy. This year, something I really tried to focus on was doing things for me! Not for the approval of others. 

7. You don’t have to buy new books all of the time. Read the ones that you already have. 

8. Drinking water and going to bed early are both SO beneficial!!

9. You can like lots of different things. Learning more about the things you love isn’t weird. It’s cool to be knowledgeable. 

10. Research current events and stay in the know. Even when you dont think things will impact you. 

11. Don’t ever limit yourself.

12. If you love something and are passionate about it, do it!! People will notice your passion and see how hard you are working. 

13. Traveling will broaden your horizons WAY more than you think. Take advantage of that. 

14. Love your loved ones while you have the chance to.

15. Show your friends how much you appreciate them. 

16. Invest in your room. Buy the blanket, art work, candle, etc. (Especially if you live with your family/roommates)

17. If you truly love an artist, go see them play live. It’s the best feeling ever. 

18. Sucess in school/work doesn’t make you a better/worse person. Your worth isn’t in that. 

19. You are the most important person in your life.  You are the one person that won’t let you down. 

20. Buy it. Whatever it is. You’ll regret it if you don’t.

21. Sometimes just taking a bath can make you feel so much better.

22. Be honest. 

23. Don’t take yourself too seriously. It’s okay to have fun. 

I hope that you guys enjoyed today’s post! Thanks for reading!