Recently, we stumbled over an inspirational Twitter thread, where people are sharing some of the perfect life lessons and advice that proved to be life-changing for them!
It’s my birthday and here’s my wish. I want to know the piece of advice that changed your life.
— Dr. Jennifer (@jenniferejoness) March 30, 2021
Here are some of the best life lessons that people shared in response to the thread:
1. You Don’t Have To Make Painful Choices
Happy Birthday!
— Kacie Sampson (@LaLaLaRetta1) March 30, 2021
While in labor and trying to decide whether or not to get the epidural my husband said, “we came here to have a baby, not check your pain tolerance” and I’ve applied that everywhere.
I’m just trying to live my life, not check my pain tolerance.
2. Take Yourself Seriously
Take yourself as seriously as you want others to. Don’t fetch the coffee, don’t organise the meetings, don’t work for free, and use leadership words to describe your work.
— Dr Kay ⚡️ON STRIKE⚡️Guccione (@kayguccione) March 30, 2021
3. Put Yourself First
You have the right to put yourself first. Happy Birthday!
— Danielle Wallace (@disordersbord) March 30, 2021
4. You Can Change The World
“If you want to change the world, go home and love your family“
— Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges (@GeorjeannaWD) March 30, 2021
5. Learn To Do Things Alone
Advice from my dad: Get comfortable being alone and doing things solo, don’t miss out on something great because other people won’t/can’t do it with you or might think it weird. Others joining you is a perk, not a necessity.
— Flampanda (@flampanda) March 30, 2021
Happy birthday!!!
6. Don’t waste energy On ‘Imaginary Things’
My husband told me “don’t solve imaginary problems.” That was a good one. Mine is “don’t answer unasked questions” aka don’t give unwanted advice.
— Jamie Jackson (@gemasita) March 31, 2021
7. Every Action Has Consequence
I once did badly in an exam. My dad saw my report card & said, If u want to play with fire, just remember u can get burnt. If u get burnt, remember as your dad I can apply medicine but no matter how much I love u,I cant take away the pain. Finally consequence of all u do is yours
— Priyashmita (@priyashmita) March 31, 2021
8. Don’t Strive For Perfection
“Perfect is the enemy of done.” If you strive for perfection, you will accomplish nothing. It applies to everything. Writing a book, starting a house project, working out, etc. Besides, name a person who is perfect. You can’t. So, why should you hold yourself to that standard?
— Dr. Gienow-McConnell (@HaleyAnnGM) March 30, 2021
9. Don’t evaluate decisions in hindsight
Not the best or most life-changing piece of advice but my Dad always said that we almost always make the best decisions we can at the time with the information we have. It’s not fair to reevaluate ourselves afterwards with information we didn’t have at the time.
— Dr. Dana Ménard (@Shufflersunite) March 30, 2021
10. Be Kind
“Be kind” — the two-word directive I got from my Dad when I left for college. I was expecting a long disquisition on the importance of working hard, excelling, etc. I was SO self-absorbed at that moment. This was a powerful reframing. I honestly think it changed my life.
— Carlos Noreña (@carlosfnorena) March 30, 2021
11. Take Time To Breathe
Unless someone around you is bleeding, drowning, vomiting or something is on fire there is nothing that cant wait a minute or two. Take a little time to breathe and think.
— Mom mom mommy MOM! (@Shannymcb1) March 30, 2021
(Adjusted from advice received during pre-natal classes)
12. How To Resolve Dilemma
If you cannot decide between two options, identify the choice that is motivated by hope and the one motivated by fear and choose hope
— Carolyn Klamp (@caklamp) March 31, 2021
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Hope you enjoyed these life lessons! Don’t forget to share some of the best life lessons that you would like us to know!
