Life Lessons - What I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago

After going through recent trouble, heartache, and disappointments, I realized I am where I am because of my choices. Whether good or bad, there are always thorns in life that I could have avoided if I had known these things 10 years ago:

• Money does grow on certain trees - if you aren’t finding any, you’re looking up at the wrong tree.
• It’s always better to stay silent when you don’t know something with 100% certainty.
• Keep a tight circle of friends.
• Nature heals.
• Vegetarianism/veganism can change your life.
• Don’t be afraid to change your appearance.
• Go after the dream - reality will become that dream.
• You can learn something from everyone you meet.
• Leave each place you visit brighter than when you got there.
• Go outside and stargaze at least once a week.
• Don’t be so narrow-minded - the world is big and full of misleading information.
• Look up. Keep looking up.
• Smile more.
• Time with children is incredibly priceless.
• Memories are forever.
• Make much of the life you’ve been given and don’t waste it.
• Find out your gifts and share them with the world.
• Make peace, not war.
• Choose to do the right thing.
• Pay attention to your dreams at night.
• Look at the signs around you.
• Stay away from things you know are bad.
• Stop killing bugs and other harmless creatures - respect life.
• Ride your bike.
• Hug your loved ones every day.
• Seek God and His mercy - He is most merciful.

That’s my list. Much love. - JT