by Rosa Radikalis

Created on: January 18, 2007   Last Updated: April 30, 2007

As we live our lives, we learn important lessons along the way. I would like to share some of the more important things I have learned with you.

1. Never take those you love for granted.

As we grow older, we discover, all too painfully, that those we love can be taken away from us in the blink of an eye. It is therefore imperative to express our love to those we feel it for. Take the time to nurture the relationships you have with those you love. Make an effort to solve disagreements. If a loved one dies before you have had a chance to make peace with them, guilt will consume you.

2. Laugh at every opportunity.

Life is full of peaks and valleys. We go through the lows so that we are better able to appreciate the highs. When you can, laugh until it hurts. Laughing is very good for you; it provides an excellent means for releasing tension. In addition, the best memories often involve remembering times of shared hilarity.

3. Change only for yourself.

Never alter your character or habits to please another person. You will only change sincerely if you do so for yourself, when you are ready. Never attempt to change a lover or friend, either. If you cannot accept another individual as they are, then move on.

4. Forgive yourself and others.

Make a point of letting go of your emotional baggage. Holding on to guilt or past resentments does great damage to your psyche. If you live in the past, it becomes difficult to see your future clearly. If you have made mistakes in the past, forgive yourself and strive to be better from today. Pardon those that you think have wronged you; it is not for you to judge them, since you are not and never will be perfect.

5. Take the time to listen to the elderly.

Nobody lives forever, and when a person dies so much information can be lost along with them. Sometimes visiting grandparents, for example, can be trying. They seem to talk non-stop, usually because they get lonely. Nonetheless, they will not be around forever. There will come a time when you wish they were still available to talk to. If you open your ears, you might just discover that old people can be extremely interesting.

6. Never lose sight of who you are

Do not allow a relationship to consume you to the extent that you lose sight of yourself. Always be sure of you individuality and maintain a sense of independence. Continue to do the things that you enjoy doing, and thinking the things that make you unique.

7. Do not allow yourself to be abused.

If another person abuses you physically

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