When I read Quora, one question always comes up.
“If you could live your life over, what words of wisdom would you impart?”
If you’ve lived long enough, I’m sure you have things that have resonated with you. Here are a few that have worked for me.
Employers are in charge of whether you stay or lose your job. Sometimes they don’t know how hard you are working so you have to let them know.
It’s one of the worst things you can do to your knees. Run on dirt, or grass, or cross-train using different muscle groups. Your body will thank you for it later.
When I was young, I slept with so many, hoping that they had real feelings for me. I wasted much time and effort on people who just wanted a roll in the hay.
The five dollars you save each day can go toward buying something useful or help you start investing for the future.
Take an interest in others. Ask them questions about themselves. Don’t turn the conversation around so you can jabber on about yourself.
You will realize that your problems are insignificant compared to those having a tougher time.
It will make you look better and feel younger. It’s easy to do and costs nothing.
I can’t handle those white strips. I suspect they’re bad for you. But baking soda? My hygienist says it’s a little-known secret and is much cheaper than those bleaching methods.
Most of them are bad for you. Try to focus on colorful foods that are close to their natural state. Jellybeans don’t count.
Even if your mobility is impaired, try to get up and go to the other room and do something else for a while. Give yourself a change of scenery, and a little bit of exercise.
If somebody is mistreating you, try to turn it into a joke. It will completely disarm them and get you out of the uncomfortable situation.
Lots of people hope they’re going to get a windfall. If you do, good for you, but don;t expect it. Greed is toxic.
Remember, you were young once, staying out too late, driving too fast, and getting drunk now and then.
I love kids from 4 to 10 when they are spontaneous and creative. Try to carry that attitude into your adult life. It’s fun!
Sometimes it might not be easy, but if you look at what you have versus what you don’t have, you’ll be surprised how well things are going for you.
The food on your plate isn’t going anywhere unless you’re surrounded by pigeons and seagulls. It aids your digestion, and you might even enjoy your food more.
It’s hard to work in the food industry. Those people are often mistreated by customers. Showing your appreciation goes a long way in making your server feel good.
It doesn’t hurt to give a compliment. You don’t have to write a check or do anything physical. You’ll be surprised how good both of you will feel afterward.
It might be something different than your skill, but everybody can excel in one way or another. Your opinion isn’t always appreciated Maybe you should wait until somebody asks your opinion before you freely dole it out.
Unless you’re a lawyer, avoid this. You could get them angry and you could lose a friendship.
Why are you wasting money on a nice meal while looking at your phone?
They were once young and vibrant like you and they have a lot of wisdom to share.
Most people aren’t even thinking about you as much as you think they are.
A new boss will often replace you with their people. Dust off your resume and see what’s out there.
The calcium will be leaked from your bones and you will pay for it later.
Often you aren’t hungry, but thirsty. A large glass of water will make you feel fuller and you will eat less.
Sometimes the reward you get from helping others far outweighs any monetary remuneration you may receive from doing the same task.
What words of wisdom would you like to share? We can all learn from one another.