On Tuesday, September 26th, I officially turned 38. I say officially because last year I thought I was turning 38, which means I basically gained an entire year. I felt like a complete idiot until I spoke to a number of people who also had a similar experience around the same age, so now I am beginning to think it is totally normal.

38 Life Lessons I wish I knew sooner…

1. Health is not tied to appearance.
2. Family and friends are life.
3. You get back what you put in.
4. Food is fuel.
5. Exercise is not a punishment.
6. You only get one body.
7. Life is shorter than you think.
8. 75% of all the time you will spend with a child is complete by the time they reach 12.
9. You are always replaceable.
10. Drinking water is the most underrated activity.
11. It is you vs. you.
12. Love yourself over everyone else.
13. You are responsible for your own happiness.
14. Eat the damn cake.
15. The grass is always greener where you water it.
16. Own your mistakes
17. Tomorrow is not promised.
18. Your kids are always watching… and listening.
19. Learn something new every day.
20. Be proud of the person you look at it in the mirror.
21. You will never please everybody.
22. Do it tired.
23. Kindness costs nothing.
24. Health > Wealth.
25. Little things add up to big things.
26. Actions mean more than words.
27. People can change.
28. Life will never be fair.
29. Don’t look back… you’re not going that way.
30. Trust your gut.
31. Celebrate all wins, even the little ones.
32. Fail Forward.
33. Think before you speak.
34. You don’t need alcohol to have a good time.
35. Growth only exists outside of your comfort zone.
36. Set goals… chase dreams.
37. Choose your friends carefully.
38. Comparison is toxic.

If even one of these things helps someone, I consider this post a win. Hop on over and follow me on Instagram @life-after-numbers.

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