A woman in her 50s posted a list of life advice for 20 year olds, and it’s going viral. While it’s all pretty basic, it’s still important, and I think all ages can benefit from this wise woman’s words.
Here are her seven pieces of advice as written by the woman herself:
1. Be kind, or at least courteous to other people. It doesn’t really require much effort, and it makes you happier in the end. So, compliment people whenever you can, and try to be as understanding and patient as possible.
2. Don’t try to fit in too much or dwell on other people’s opinions. Just think of them as suggestions, and stay true to yourself. Also, never make a major life decision just to please someone else, like your parents.
3. Never stay in a bad relationship. Even if it’s hard to leave, it’s worth it in the end.
4. Don’t focus too much on money. And remember that all your stuff is replaceable. In the end, it’s not as important as the people in your life, or the relationships you have.
5. Don’t make snap judgments about people. You never know the true context of what’s going on in their life. So try to give people a break now and then.
6. Don’t beat yourself up too much. Do what you can to fix your mistakes, then move on. Holding onto guilt for too long is toxic to your own happiness.
7. Don’t worry about getting older. Life can be better at 50 than it is at 20.
