What would you tell you?
It's easy to get inspired by Pinterest and blogging in general. And that's exactly what happened to me yesterday. I came across Heather's blog post and I thought...gosh, if I knew what I know now!
Here's what I would tell a younger version of myself:
- Don't marry for the big white dress and wedding. Marry because you're ready - even if that means you're the last of your friends to walk down the aisle.
- Credit cards are not your friend...stay away and use only for emergencies. Friday night closet raids are not an emergency.
- Moving in with someone before marriage is always a good idea. Trust your instincts.
- Stop starving yourself. It actually slows down your metabolism, genius.
- You should take more business classes @ Iowa. They will come in handy.
- If you feel like your friendship with someone is one-sided...it probably is. It can't be all you giving with no return.
- Stop drinking cheap wine. That's why you're puking the next morning. Oh and you should probably eat before drinking...see #4.
- You should live on your own before you move in with any man. Trust.
- If you want to be something or pursue a certain career goal - go for it! The time is now...no strings attached.
- You will conceive and have kids...stop worrying.
- Travel, travel, travel. You should do more of it and often.
- Be nicer to your parents - they will always have your back.
- Don't even consider dying your hair brown. That would be a mistake.
- Floss more.
- Ask for that raise. You deserve it. Don't be a human door mat.
- Take a chance. Take a risk. Don't worry what others think - that's the only way you'll grow.
- Don't date a man on the rebound - especially one who just had his heart broken. You can't be her.
- If you're going to get a tattoo...put it somewhere you can conceal it.
- Remember you're brother is 6.5 years younger than you. Give him a chance...he'll catch up to you.
- Do what you love if you're going to have to work everyday.
- You don't have to be a stay-at-home mom if you don't want to.
- Sometimes what you're searching for is right under your nose!
- Visit your parents more often.
- You'll grow out of this whole "designer denim" trend - don't buy so many pairs, sister!
- Buy Apple shares. {courtesy the husband}
- Always be able to support yourself - don't rely on anyone else.
What about you?
What would you tell yourself?