31 Things I’ve Learned

I’m a little late on this, but here is a list of 31 things (in no particular order) of things that I’ve learned in my 31 years of existence.

1. Always say “Please” and “Thank you” to everyone. It’s called common decency for a reason.
2. Learn to touch type.
3. Cable TV is a waste of time and money.
4. I have never regretted waiting for a deal to buy something.
5. “No” is an acceptable word to say to others.
6. “No” is an acceptable word for others to say to you.
7. Trust yourself to make big life decisions. God gave you free will for a reason.
8. Respond to people in a timely manner.
9. You can’t have your cake and eat it too.
10. Life is scary. Get used to it.
11. There are no magical fixes.
12. Nothing in this world that’s worth having comes easy. 
13. Make eye contact with the people you’re talking to.
14. Learn how to laugh at yourself.
15. A real man is comfortable with himself. He does not fear the color pink, tea parties, makeup, princess play time or taking his daughter shopping. Anyone selling you another version of a man is a fraud.
16. Get over yourself. You are not the center of the universe. Yes, God loves you and you are made unique in His image, but He is bigger than you. Don’t think that you are irreplaceable to the mission.
17. “More” is the answer of anxious people. (@yosoykristy)
18. I’ve never regretted saying “Yes” to God.
19. Be a person of gratitude.
20. KISS – Keep It Simple Stupid
21. Take the 30 seconds to hang up your clothes.
22. Tell your family you love them. Everyday.
23. Running is an excellent stress reliever.
24. Be teachable. You don’t know everything.
25. Have the posture of a learner. You can always learn something from someone else.
26. Playing Devil’s Advocate for the sake of it is old and tiring. Don’t do it. You’ll have no friends.
27. Don’t be a leecher and pull your own weight. Don’t be that guy who always bums a ride but never offers to drive. Don’t be that guy who sits while everyone else cleans up. Don’t be that guy who never offers to pay for a round. You are selfish and greedy and no one will like you.
28. Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is take a nap.
29. Have an open mind and learn to appreciate different things. There’s a difference between appreciating something and liking something. If you don’t know the difference, let that be 29(a) for you.
30. Learn and know basic grammar. (That includes typing it out. Don’t be lazy.)

    

31. Always, always, always side with your spouse and never complain about them to your parents.