Always wear an undershirt with a dress shirt.


15



Don’t confuse impulsive with courageous.


10, 14, 19, 21



Curate a presentation on heartbreak. Talk about heartbreaks endured by people we know, fictional characters, historical figures, etc. Point is to normalize it, prepare them for it and teach them that they will come out the other side.


14, 20



You are 100% replaceable at work. You are not replaceable at home. A good work ethic is crucial but don’t drain yourself to the point that you don’t have anything left for your family and friends.


21



We feel best when we create. No amount of food, video games or any self-destructive habits will fill that hole. So why fight it?!? Create something, even if it’s as small as a little sketch or poem. Grow a garden, bake a cake. Start a business! Whatever your beautiful heart desires.


12, 15, 18, 21



Just do the next right thing. One step at a time, you’ll get there.


13, 18, 21



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


14, 18, 21



When you’re struggling with something, you don’t know how you feel or why something is happening... Give it to the Lord. Entrust him with it. He will mold it and soften it so you’re able to process it.


19



If it costs you your peace it’s too expensive.


19



Don’t bring a complaint without offering a solution.


17, 19, 21



Talk to people like they belong and are valued exactly as they are in that moment.


12-14, 21



Some books you loved when you were a toddler: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, Horton Hatches an Egg, Room on the Broom, Gruffalo.


2-4



Resource: the website Ask, Listen and Learn has great material about how to start a conversation about the dangers of under-age drinking. asklistenlearn.org


9



Highly encourage typing/ keyboarding class.


14



People pretend to enjoy all sorts of things. Don’t assume you’re the only one who thinks drinking to the point of getting sick is just stupid.


15



Some relationships (or jobs) are f*cked, and cannot be unf*cked. Release them and move on.


21



Changed behavior is the only real apology.


15



Build something beautiful.


13, 21



I love that you got chills from watching Wicked. You were 10 and already affected emotionally and physically by music. Bonus points for listening to and acknowledging how your body talks to you.


13, 19, 21



Writing is re-writing


15, 18



Never open someone else's mail, or listen to their conversation, etc. If it's not your business to know, don't snoop.


14-21



If your car is overheating turn on the heat full blast. It draws heat off the engine.


16



In social situations it's better to talk too little than too much. Don't over-share with people you're not close to.


15



1

I’m cool with “C”s. Do good work but don’t put too much pressure yourself.


14



Fire drills. Practice what to do, where to go if the house is on fire. Have an escape plan.


5-10



Go to College results. Org to look at graduation rates. How likely is a rising freshman at that school to stick it out and graduate in 4 years? HUGE variation, it should factor in their decision.


16



Work Hard. Do your best. Keep your word. Never get too big for your britches. Trust in God. Have no fear


15, 21



Best song for a good cry: “And so It Goes” by Billy Joel.


15, 21



Sex: There's no single way to do it "right" but there are lots of ways to do it wrong. Not being respectful and tender towards your partner is usually at the root of "wrong" ways to do it. Also, there is no rush. You may think all your friends are "doing it." They're not. Take your time.


16