22 thinngs I've learned in 22 years

So the time has come... I'm officially 22 even though it doesn't really feel like it.
In this post I've decided to share 22 things that I've learned in those 22 years of my life. Some of them are quite obvious and some of them are more deep, but either way I hope you'll enjoy them!

1. God is good.
2. Your health is the most important thing. Both, physical and mental. Always put your health first before doing anything else.
3. Take care of yourself as you would take care of someone you really love.
4. Learn how to be your own best friend. Love yourself. It's not easy, but it'll make you so much more happy.
5. It's ok to have bad days. Everyone has them. Just remember that a bad day doesn't mean a bad life.
6. Other people are not your opponents. You don't have to compete with them.
7. Enjoy your life. Try to find something positive in every little thing.
8. Success tastes better if you work hard for it.
9. Saying 'yes' to more things can be scary, but that's how most of your best memories are made.
10. Don't take anything for granted.
11. Don't judge other people unless you REALLY know their story.
12. Don't focus on what other people think about you, focus on yourself and your happiness.
13. Exercising is not a punishment, make it fun, enjoy what you do. Your body will appreciate it.
14. Don't criticize yourself. You don't need that in your life.
15. Start every day of your life by saying something nice to yourself. Or at least smile to yourself in the mirror.
16. Cherish the moments spent with your family while you can. The older you get, the less time you will have to hang out with them.
17. You don't need a boyfriend to fit in and prove to others that you can get one. Find someone who will make you a better version of yourself.
18. Social anxiety is not the part of you. Don't let it take over your life. Don't learn how to live with it, learn how to conquer it and live without it.
19. Life is full of tough choices. Choose wisely
20. Learn from your mistakes, that's what they are for.
21. People come and go, don't get too attached.
22. Don't let other people tell you how to live your life. Listen to their advice, but don't let them decide.

I've obviously learned a lot more, but those are the main things that I think everyone should know. I hope you liked this post and found some advice/inspiration. As always, feel free to leave a comment down below if you want to share something with me and others!

Much Love
Joanna xo