2015 has been a year of ups and downs. But one thing I will
take away from this year is the lessons that I learnt. The biggest lesson I learnt
this year is to be grateful for the things you have in your life. To say thanks
every day.
Choose your friends wisely
Sometimes people only want to use you for their own gain. I
have remove lots of these so called friends from my life in the last 6 months.
I can honestly say that it feels like a weight has been lifted off my
shoulders.
Stay away from drama
Not that drama followed me where ever I went but in an
office full of ladies it is easy to get caught up in it. I have eased myself
out of friendships with colleagues and keep it strictly professional. I also
keep out of family drama and no longer want to be associated with negative
attitudes.
Enjoy every moment
One day we will look back and realise it was the little
things that matter. I no longer look for the bigger things in life. Rather I
cherish the smaller things in life. Like Robbie laughing at the dogs or
spending time playing with his cars.
Spend time with the ones who mean the most to you
Spending time with my family is really important to me.
Especially Robbie, my dad, my mom and my grandparents. The time I spend with my grandparents is
especially valuable to me as I don’t get to see them often. I have learnt to
spend more time with them.
Spend money on experiences rather than material objects
My home doesn’t have the best furnishings or the best
electronics, but there is love. I have also learnt that I would rather spend my
money on experiences that will create memories rather than material things that
can be destroyed.
Look after your body and face
When I was younger I thought I didn’t have to put too much
effort into looking after myself. But in the last couple of years I have learnt
that I need to treat my body right if I want to look good at 60. I have learnt
that moisturizer is your best friend, never forget about your neck (it gives
away your age), drink water and everything in moderation.
Always laugh in every situation
When times get tough, rather than cry and sulk, I always
find a way to laugh. It is the only thing that makes me happy again. I watch
epic fails and ridiculousness. Or I play outside with Robbie. As long as I’m
laughing, nothing can get me under.
Forgive people who have hurt you
This year was the year I have forgiven my ex. Not for
everything, as some things just can’t be forgiven but for most part I have
washed away the hurt. I have also forgiven people for the silly things I was
upset about because it doesn’t harm them it is only harming me.
Trust your own instincts
I have had to learn how to trust my gut. Many times I have
had a bad feeling about something and have dismissed it because others thought
it was ok. But it only ends in disaster. So I have now decided to trust myself
and if it doesn’t feel right I’m not going to do it anymore.
Love yourself
This is one I have struggled with for a while. I always feel
like I’m not good enough or not pretty enough and it was really draining. Then
I decided that if people didn’t like me the way I am then they know where the
door is. I have made peace with who I am and how I look and I have started
loving myself and all aspects of myself.
I hope you have learnt some lessons in 2015. If you would
like to share them comment below.
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