*Birthday Special* 37 Random Don'ts In Life
I wanted to share some quick tidbits of wisdom I've learned throughout my years in honor of my birthday. When I was thinking about how I wanted to present the ideas, my brain naturally wanted to create a Do NOT DO list. I promise I'm not pessimistic, I like to consider myself a realist, however, I do connect with what I shouldn't do more than what I should do...whether it's more or less helpful, I don't know, but this is what I got for you today. So, let's jump into my 37 Random don'ts in life, I've learned!
Don't eat spaghetti or sushi on a first date, there's no way to eat it that isn't awkward.
Don't live your life in your small, safe, familiar bubble- get out and Travel.
Don't waste your time and efforts on people who regularly ghost you.
Don't burn bridges you don't know you won't have to cross again.
Don't worry about shut doors in life, another will open, and always look for the window.
Don't take life so seriously, find a little humor in the challenges.
Don't think that Just because you are right, means the other person is wrong, You just haven't seen life from their side.
Don't wear brand new shoes that you just bought to an event without having worn them.
Don't label yourself a morning person or night owl. Those are WHAT you do, now WHO you are, so they can change.
Don't continue dating someone because you're waiting for them to change. You'll be wasting their time and yours.
Don't let others' opinions mean more to you than your own. People pleasing is for realsies. Have your own opinion.
Don't think you have to make huge changes in your life to get results. Try small edits first.
Don't worry about overdressing at events. It makes you stand out in a good way.
Don't be afraid to smile at a stranger. That will only make their day better.
Don't get into the habit of responding with "busy" when someone asks how you are. That response can be used as a shield to not share how everything really is, or you're so overwhelmed you don't even know what you're doing with your life and that's all that comes to mind...in that case, you and I need to talk.
Don't assume People know what you're think or feeling. Like I tell my kids, "Use your words"
Don't let your brain get lazy. Continue learning new things.
Don't be afraid to fail.
Don't stay so safe that you never try new experiences.
Don't lie to yourself about you're actually feelings
Don't be so hard on yourself.
Don't eat close to bedtime.
Don't use weekends as an excuse to blow all the hard work of eating well and consistent sleep.
Don't listen to the negative talk in your head without reframing it into something helpful and empowering.
Don't miss out on knowing who Jesus is and what he's done for you.
don't parent your spouse, you're their partner.
Don't be mean.
Don't not do what you say you're going to do
Don't go too long without checking in with yourself to make sure you're still being true to yourself.
Don't plan out everything all the time. Allow enough margin to let life happen to you.
Don't miss out on chances to be generous. Pay for someone's coffee or meal the next time you're out.
Don't not call your parents.
Don't worry about things that haven't even happened yet.
Don't hold yourself back anymore.
Don't wear your gym clothes to bed. Have designated jammies so your body and brain know it's time to go to sleep.
Don't miss out on opportunities to compliment your kids and tell them what you love about them.
Don't let another year go by with regrets. If you have things you want to accomplish or get done in your life, now is the time.