I've collected advice given from women over 30-years-old who wished to share their infinite wisdom with us younger ladies. Here are my favorite words of advice.
1. “Don’t get attached to anything that isn’t yours. Whether it’s a man or a job, if it’s for you, you would not have to suffer in order to keep it.”
2. “Take care of yourself. The better you are, the better you will be able to help others.”
3 “Stop procrastinating. You are delaying your accomplishments when you do that.”
4. “Don’t complain about anything you aren’t willing to take action against.”
5. “Become financially literate. You’ll be more comfortable in the long run.”
7. “Stop cursing yourself saying things like “I’m broke” or “I’ma be lonely forever.” You’ll mess around and speak it into existence.”
8. “You have to be a friend to have a friend. Value friendship and let go of those who don’t value your friendship. Life can be tough and you need that support around you. Don’t romanticize isolation too much.”
9. “Always learn new skills. Don’t get comfortable because you never know when your profession will become obsolete or demand more skills. Be ready so you don’t have to get ready.
10. “Focus on experiences rather than materialistic things. Seeing those stars in Paris was prettier than all of the boots I’ve ever owned.”
11. “Even if it’s small, buy something or do something nice for yourself with every paycheck. Don’t get in the habit of neglecting yourself because it is hard to get out once that becomes your normal.”
12. “Do not be passive aggressive. If how you feel is too much for people then those aren’t your people.”
13. “Your personality is not for everyone and that is okay. If you aren’t being destructive, don’t change who you are to make other people comfortable.”
14. “Thank you and goodbye” should be your attitude about break-ups. Don’t be bitter. Thank them for the lesson and move on.”
15. “Always have an outlet. Don’t let life drain you. Read, knit, go out, run, hike, do something. Go live, don’t just exist.”
16. “Be with the man who you don’t have to be scared that one argument can potentially be the last. You deserve the man who is willing to stay.”
17. “Patterns are more truthful than apologies.”
18. “If someone doesn’t respect your time then they don’t respect you.”
19. “Work on being healthy now so that you don’t have to play catch-up later.”
20. “It’s okay to choose your mental-health first before your relatives. I had family members send me to the emergency room over panic attacks and believe me when I say I was not reimbursed for the medical bill or my time off work. Cut people off who drive you to madness, blood or not.”
21. “Care about all issues even if it doesn’t directly affect you. Be a voice for the voiceless. You’ll be blessed for it.”
22. “Don’t make excuses for people. They aren’t oblivious to their actions like you think they are.”
23. “Stop comparing your path to the next person’s. I have friends who are always telling me that I have the perfect marriage and kids but I envy their social life and room to explore more. My decisions have to consider other people, not just myself. Don’t get it twisted, I love my family. I’m just saying the grass always looks greener on the other side.”
24. “Try to always remember people’s names and make connections. You never know when you need to use them. Also, update that dry LinkedIn page.
25. “Let go of constantly doubting yourself. Ain’t nothin’ at the end of that but resentment and depression so what are you really protecting yourself from?’
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