Every year I used to make a New Year’s resolution but I never stuck to any of
them. Then this year I decided to get myself a journal and start a list of
things I wanted to do in 2014 and add to that list and carry that list on for
as many years as I wanted, allowing it to change as I changed.
I
have things like "learn how to blow bubble gum", "skydive" or
"go to every Disneyland".
As
I slowly make my way through the list I feel like I learn more about
myself. As the New Year
approaches I would like to reflect on the year that has been and the things I
have learnt and the mistakes I have made.
So
here it is, 14 things I have learnt from 2014.
1.
Sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck
2.
Big girls do cry
A lot.
Probably more than little girls.
3.
Death is as unpredictable as life
4.
Being unapologetic and ambitious is OK
Never
apologise for who you are or what you want because you have every right to want
it and if you work hard enough you have the ability to get it.
5.
It’s OK to love your imperfect body
Thanks
Lena Dunham for that one!
Ever
since becoming seriously addicted to HBO's Girls and seeing Lena Dunham sans
bra from every angle I no longer feel uncomfortable about my imperfect self.
6.
Kissing is great (but the person you're kissing might not be)
And
their kissing might not be so great either.
7.
Karaoke is only fun when you know all the words
WARNING:
You don't know ALL the Beyoncé song, you just know the chorus.
8.
Sometimes falling helps you know where you stand
Yes,
it’s embarrassing and you realise you might be a little more drunk then
you thought but at least when someone comes over to pick you up you know where
you stand.
9. Fall in love with yourself first
Cause you're stuck with that person for a really long time.
10. Everyone’s life is as vivid and complex as your own
11. Make mistakes
It is better to fail miserably than not to try at all
12. Taking risks pays off.
13. Being sober at a bar is really hard
Me: Could I just get a glass of Coke
Barman: Coke and Rum?
Me: No just Coke
Barman: With Rum?
Me: Coke and Rum, without the Rum.
14. Have Fun
and live as only you can
Happy New Year!
- A
