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What Are Some Basic Life Lessons?
Some of the biggest lessons are right in front of you.
I’m 46 years old, and I am learning more and more every day. Two years ago, everything that went wrong in my life was someone else’s fault. It was easier blaming others than looking in the mirror.
While I am no where near where I want to be, I am closer than I was two years ago. Some of the most painful times in my life taught me some of life’s greatest lessons.
I’m responsible for my life and my happiness, not anyone else.
1. Money: It buys freedom and options, not happiness.
2. Friends: Quality over quantity. Give me 2–3 solid friends and leave the rest as acquaintances.
3. Lessons: Believe it or not, you teach people how to treat you at your very first meeting. Don’t be afraid of boundaries, enforce them.
4. Self-Awareness: Without it, you may spend a lifetime of blaming others for your misfortunes and problems.
5. Control: No matter how badly you think what is best for others, you can only control yourself.
6. Advice: Keep that shit to yourself, unless asked for it. And even then, tread lightly.
7. Reciprocate: You don’t want to be cheated on, don’t cheat. You want respect, give respect. I know it’s…
