Watch Abby Wambach's 2018 Barnard commencement address together.


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Never resist a generous impulse.


9, 12, 19



One of the best things you can do for yourself is to cultivate a hobby. Anything positive/creative you can throw yourself into.


11, 13, 17, 21



A simple trick to calm your nerves: Name 5 things you can hear right now.


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1

Never pretend o know what you don’t know. But you can bluff your way through a lot of interviews just by doing a 30 minute Google search. Research the company, the industry, its governing body, key terms, awards, criticism, etc. Check out their social media.


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Sometimes it happens that what you do [for a living] is who you are. I’m reading a great book about that called The Women by Kristin Hannah.


16, 20, 21



When backing up a trailer, put your hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and move the steering wheel in the direction you want the trailer to go.


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Remind them there’s nothing they could ever do to lose your love. They’re so afraid of disappointing you. Emphasize the difference between making mistakes and being a “bad” person.


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If you’re unable to help someone, help someone else. Throw some goodness or beauty in the bucket of humanity.


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Don’t feed the thing you’re fighting.


13, 17, 21



Check out teen life coach Coaching with Will.


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Look into Rustic Pathways to see the world and do some good.


15



1

Knowing the “right choice” to make isn’t always easy. Sometimes you have to decide then go for it. Make a choice, then make it right.


17, 21



Jam is an incredible resource of fun learning activities and projects in a safe online environment. Ages 6-16.


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When you meet someone for the first time try to clear your mind of any assumptions about physical appearance. Race, gender, age, handicap/disability, etc.


17, 21



“Anger is a wonderful catalyst but a terrible companion.” - Brene Brown


15, 21



“Write hard and clear about what hurts.” - Ernest Hemingway


12, 15, 21



Your intuition speaks in statements


17, 19, 21



change the wifi password often. Hold it hostage until chores are done. Work first, play later.


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Partnership or pride…pick one.


21



Read The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig.


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Be generous in all things. That is my hope for you.


14, 18, 21



Check out from the library or Amazon: “My First Money Book: A Guide for Parents and Children to Saving, Spending, Sharing, and Investing Your Money” by Reggie Nelson


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Sometimes the only thing you can do is to show up. Be there.


13, 15, 17, 21



Find what you love Do what you love Be what you love Live what you love Love what you love and never look back ... Except to love.


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Learn how to release energy consciously, or you’ll end up releasing it unconsciously onto your loved ones in a negative way like yelling or arguing. Breathe, sing, shout, cry, sweat, play, bake, whatever floats your boat!


1-21



Consider the source. When you get information, look at where or who it’s coming from. Do you trust them? Are they an expert? When someone criticizes you. Do they know why they’re talking about and are they taking chances themselves. Pay no attention to hecklers.


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Relationships can end beautifully and bravely. They’re not all going to be forever. It’s much better to grieve the end of a relationship than to endure an unhealthy one.


15, 19, 21



Consensual sex requires no persuasion, convincing or begging.


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