Life lessons

My modified list of "life lessons" I've realized through traveling and meeting people and living abroad...dorky? Yes, of course. Sitting in Budapest waiting for my plane to take off, I started thinking about how I have changed this year and why, and this is what I came up with:

• People love talking about themselves. Just ask.
• When making travel plans: Check, then double check. Always.
• Good times, bad times, the best times, the worst times: It will all pass.
• Time is valuable & precious...so spend it wisely. 
• Everything sounds better with a British accent.
• Take care of yourself.
• Sleep when you're tired
• Eat when you're hungry.
• Cry when you're sad
• Laugh when you're happy.
• Life is simple. Keep it simple.
• Because sometimes, all you really need is a cup of coffee, or a piece of chocolate. Or a hug. Things will be okay.
• The world is a beautiful place. Just look around.
• Wear clothes that fit you. And that are comfortable!  
• KARMA IS REAL.
• The best relationship you can have is with yourself.  So get to know yourself.
• It is okay to be alone.
• Give people a chance, because first impressions aren't always accurate.
• Hindsight is, generally, pointless. But, learn from your mistakes.
• People will judge you no matter what. All that matters is how you judge yourself.
• Hard work pays off.
• Money isn't everything...but it helps. Spend it wisely. 
• Almost everywhere is more likable in the summertime
• "Time you enjoyed wasted was not spent wasted."
• Attitude is everything.
• If you have the desire, you can accomplish anything.