Rudeness is a weak person’s imitation of strength.


13, 21



When you’re ready to grow up, (or when you have to even though you might not be ready) … Accept your responsibilities, gifts, and challenges with an unflinching honesty, with humility and dignity. Resolve to do good and to stay true to yourself. Remember the light inside you and look for the light in others. Be kind. Have fun! Know that you’re loved… So much.


15, 18, 21



No matter how successful you become you’re still expected to act with integrity and respect.


14, 18, 21



Look into "OK Go" videos.


7-14



Difficult conversations are…difficult. If you have to deliver bad news, don’t beat around the bush but prepare them for what’s coming rather than just blurting it out. “I have some news that’s going to be difficult to hear…” Or “Is this a good time to talk?” Those are just a couple examples, but many more are available. Look it up or ask people who routinely have to give bad news.


20



There are all kinds of parenting and mommy blogs with good resources. A quick Google search will get you started.


Infant



Yoga for kids classes or YouTube


5-8



Sometimes hookups don’t go well. The vibe is off for whatever reason. Stop. It’s okay to say “actually, let’s just call it a night.” Trust your gut. Be kind but never apologize for saying no-thanks.


15, 20



You are absolutely priceless. What someone thinks of you, whatever may happen to you, no matter who loves you (or rejects you), nothing can diminish your worth or your worthiness. You. Are. Priceless.


10, 14, 17



A man is not a financial plan.


17



Typically, brains aren’t mature until about age 25. ADHD brains take longer


17, 21



Teach car maintenance: Adding air to tires, checking oil, etc.


13-17



White privilege doesn’t mean that your life hasn’t been hard, it means that your skin color isn’t one of the things making it harder.


14



Model being a considerate person.


2-18



Go to minor league baseball games this summer. Better seats, less crowds, easier, cheaper. Great players. Kids won't know the difference.


9-15



Better to be a little hungry than too full.


15, 21



Build something beautiful.


13, 21



Zootopia is a good movie to illustrate what a bully is and how we should stand up to them when they are hurting or taunting other kids.


5-8



There’s one thing I’ve noticed that makes the difference between an adult and someone who is over 18: That person’s proclivity for reading. Books make you smarter, yes but they also make you kinder, funnier, more empathetic and more tolerant of opposing viewpoints. Travel has a similar effect but is a lot more expensive! If you want to be a genuine grownup, read (or listen to) everything you can get your hands on.


10, 14, 16, 20



Sponsor a child in a developing country. Write letters, learn about their country and their life.


8



Plan a trip to New York City to see Hamilton.


15



Invest in a laminator, a label maker and a glue gun. You’ll be glad you did!


5



Look into language school. Now is a good time to start learning Chinese, Spanish or Arabic.


5-8



Don’t stay down too long.


16, 19, 21



You may end up being a big shot, Good for you! But check yourself. The good lord wasn't above washing his friends' dirty feet so please don't feel like you're above any task that needs to be done. Enjoy your success but stay humble.


20



Make a gift of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations.


15



You can’t selectively numb feelings. The inclination to drink, use, shop, gamble, etc. is real but it’s a lie that it will make you feel better. Numbing makes this much, much worse. So feel! The good, the bad, the scary. Talk about your feelings, write about them or create something from your feelings. This is how to process in a healthy way.


16, 20



ALWAYS pee before you sit down to nurse a baby.


Infant-1



Writing is re-writing


15, 18