37 Life Lessons To Learn - Things You Should Know By Age 37

37. I'm 37. It still doesn't feel possible. I waited forever and a day till I turned 18 and it's been 19 years since then! So in all this time, surely I've learned things I can share, right?

Here are 37 life lessons that i personally think you should learn by age 37.

1. Time seriously does fly. Such a cliche. Sure. We always hear that from somebody, somehow. But, dang it! If it wasn't true! This. is. not. a. drill. people. They aren't saying it to be cliche.They're saying it because it's a known fact that time is constantly moving and not slowing down. Enjoy every minute!

2.It's okay to let go of other people's expectations of you.

3. It's okay to let your own expectations of yourself go.

4. It's okay not to be okay once in a while.

5. Your 20's are meant o be fun- don't rush life.

6. Stop beating yourself up over everything.

7. Your teenage years are not as serious as you think- I promise!

8. Don't let people bully you.

9. Your friends will change as you get older.

10. You also change as you get older.

11. Take chances.

12. Don't get too comfortable. Don't settle.

13. Save money. Spend your money wisely.

14. Invest when you can and when you get the opportunity.

15. Get a pet.

16. Be open to new situations and opportunities.

17. Get as much sleep as you can.

18. People will hurt you. Including family.

19. See your doctor and dentist regularly.

20. Travel. Travel alone. Travel with friends. Travel with family or a significant other.

21. Never stop growing. Personally or professionally.

22. Be selfish every now and then.

23. If you want something, figure out how to make it happen.

24. Learn how to drive.

25. Dress to impress.

26. STop relying on other people for validation.

27. Never stop caring for you.

28. Never stop caring for others.

29. Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option

30. You can't change others.

31. Not all things will work out the way you planned. But that does not mean you stop trying.

32. Sometimes they just don't love you back, and most of the time it has nothing to do with you.

33. Your happiness do not depend on other people but your inner self.

34. Stop finding excuses and deal with the problem.

35. Stop trying to keep up with the Joneses.

36. Always have passion in life. You're never too old to learn or try something new.

37. You've got one life-this one. Stop letting circumstances or other people tell you how to live it!

XOXO,

Karen