Life lessons....

Life lessons. They're a funny old chestnut! I’ve never been one to dish out advice, I much prefer to learn things the hard way and turn them into funny stories, but after a brief ponder here is some little life lessons I have picked up along my travels…..

1. Always get deals in writing e.g. rental agreements, paying a deposit for a car etc.. There is no joy in realising someone is a shonky dealer! I'm talking to you ex-landlady!

2. If something doesn’t feel right then it probably isn’t. How many times have you kicked yourself for not going with your gut feeling. (Gut... I hate that word, but off topic!)

3. Never chase boys! If they want to be with you THEY WILL! Think of men as cavemen who enjoy the hunt and chase.

4. Whenever you are feeling less than confident, walk with your shoulders back and fake it till you make it.

5. Make sure you get enough sunshine. Vitamin D really does wonders for your happiness (and your tan).

6. Whenever you are sad distract yourself. Visit friends, clean your room, go shopping or get your nails done. Don’t sit at home and wallow. You will be surprised how quickly it will pass.

7. Never drink to calm the nerves. You WILL end up getting drunk and saying/doing something stupid. (A glass of cheeky sparkles is ok NOT a bottle!)

8. Always make time for friends. Boys and jobs will come and go but friends are forever. 

9. Always give yourself 20 minutes to calm down before responding to something that has upset you. That way you won't say something you will later regret.

10. Take every opportunity that is given to you. Even if you are scared.

11. Bad decisions make great stories!

12. Learn to laugh at yourself. No one likes a cranky pants or a serious sod!

13. A fake tan will always fix a 'fat day' (Never try on swimmers without one!)

14. Always drink a BIG glass of water before bed after a big night out. It makes the hangover so much more bearable. 

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