Action is the antithesis of anxiety.


18



Don’t let some dumb-sh*t’s overconfidence get you killed.


11, 14, 17, 19, 21



Consensual sex requires no persuasion, convincing or begging.


14, 17



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


12, 15, 21



Sometimes fear feels like a signal to get out of there, but being uncomfortable in a new situation is totally normal. Practice sitting in that discomfort and you’ll find it gets easier.


9, 12, 15, 17, 21



When you feel like giving up, rest. But then keep going! So many good things ahead. So many people that are meant to be in your life who you haven’t met yet.


18



Start saving money early. Save as much as you can. There are plenty of things worth spending your money on, but be mindful about your money - Don’t p*ss it away.


15, 20



Of all the things I worry about, addiction is very high on the list. Begin talks (age appropriate) about addiction.


7



We can disagree with people and still be respectful of them. (When what they espouse is something that hurts people, that’s where you can draw the line.)


16



If someone wants to leave you, let them. Don’t waste your energy trying to prove your worth to anyone.


14, 19, 21



Check in on your friends. Even the ones that seem fine.


14-21



Listen to podcast “1912” about an incident of alarming racial injustice Forsyth County GA.


12



Do the work. No short-cuts.


14



To calculate military time starting at 1300, subtract 12.


15



Focus on the lesson not the pain.


14, 21



Piano


21



Major life events such as the birth of a baby, graduations, new job, (lost job) are a big deal. Make a fuss. Take an interest in loved ones’ experiences. Acknowledge their feelings. Express a sincere interest in others (young and old) will profoundly affect your relationships.


15, 19



6 luxuries in life: 1. time 2. health 3. a quiet mind 4. slow mornings 5. ability to travel 6. house full of love -jade bonacolta


15, 21



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


15, 21



Time is of the essence


16



“Be brave. Be resilient. Be kind. Be grateful.” -Hillary Rodham Clinton


12



Summers in Ireland and UK Drama camps? I could work from there while he did his thing.


12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17



“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” - Maya Angelou


12, 15, 21



Spend time with people you admire, in person and biographies, documentaries, novels and movies.


14-17, 21



Put together a PowerPoint project outlining addiction: substance, gambling, shopping, hoarding, eating, etc. Have them so the research and put it together. Discuss. Reward its completion with a fun activity or trip.


15



Come and go in peace.


12, 15, 21



Never make someone feel bad for liking something. Not your kids, your friends or colleagues. Joy is a beautiful thing. Cherish it in yourself and in others.


8, 9, 12



Robin Williams was one of the best examples of how to be a good human.


15, 19, 21



Read "A Wrinkle in Time" (me too.)


10