My advice as I look back
( the advice I wish I had been given):
Never take a job for money, follow your passion not a purse;
listen to your own voice and not that of your parents or friends or siblings;
love when you have the chance; take risks and do not be afraid of failure;
never think you are too old to make a change and never forget your own needs
whilst showing compassion to others.
Do not spend all your time cultivating your external beauty;
remember to nurture your inner beauty as well.
Eat well and eat wisely for the sake of your health but also take time
to feed and care for your mental health.
Learn to enjoy your own company for it will be yourself that you turn to
for guidance in times of isolation.
Love those that deserve your love, do not beat yourself up
about turning away from those that abuse your trust; be kind to all those that
cross your path and be grateful for strangers, they will reward you with the
most unexpected of kindnesses.
Above all, do not let anyone tell you what your choices
should be, what career you should follow, that you are not good enough or smart
enough, that they know better than you do. When you marry, do not let anyone
interfere for you will surely have regret if they break down the bond between
you and your loved one. When you have children, treasure them beyond measure
and inspire them to follow their own path rather than the one you would choose;
and laugh every single day of your life, even at the dark times, it will help
you in ways you never dreamt possible.
There is no honour in regret so I say to you: In whatever
form it takes, find what brings joy to your heart, never stop looking for it
and when you find it - grab it with both hands and hold on tight never letting
go. Be a little selfish when it comes to your dreams but not at the expense of another, and never forget those who helped you along the way.
Never look down upon another less fortunate than yourself,
you have not walked their path. Show
compassion and understanding and always keep an open mind. Love animals and respect nature.
As I look back, in my humble opinion, it is love and
passionate pursuit that will truly make you rich beyond your wildest dreams; even if you
do not really know it until the time comes for you to look back and give advice
of your own.
(c) Dianne Traynor 12 July 2013
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