Hey guys! I’m a reflective person, so it’s no surprise that whenever my birthday rolls around, I always use this time to reflect on this past year and how far I’ve come. Since I will be turning 22 on Friday, I wanted to take the time to look back on this past year. 21 has been such a big and transformative year for me. From kicking off my senior summer and senior year of college and celebrating all those lasts, to graduating, starting my dream first job, moving home, and meeting some incredible people, it has been a wonderful year with so much growth.
Here are 22 things I’ve learned this past year:
- Treasure the slow and calm times and embrace the chaos.
- Make the most of any situation.
- Know the confusion and the chaos will make sense later.
- If you have to travel for work, see as many friends as you can.
- Enjoy college, it will be over fast.
- Make every moment a memory.
- Be present where you are
- Take the time to thank the people who helped you get to where you are.
- Shoot you shot.
- Take time to get your Closure Before you Move on
- Now, that Goodbyes don’t last forever
- Be open to New Beginnings
- Jump with Two Feet in
- Take Every Opportunity Available
- Hard Work Does Pay off
- Look for the good in Every Day and use every day as a learning opportunity
- Be nice to everyone, you never know when you will meet them again
- A good night’s sleep does wonders
- The little moments end up being the most important ones
- Appreciate those you have in your life
- Recognize how far you have come
- When in doubt, keep smiling
This past year was a year of learning, growth, change and happiness. I’ve learned so much about myself, my goals, and the people in my life. 21 was a game changer of a year and I can’t wait to see what 22 brings!