25 things I’ve learnt in 25 years

Today is my 25th birthday and I wanted to share a few nuggets of wisdom I’ve learnt along the way!

Find joy in the littlest of things – the smell of fresh rain, a hot cup of tea, the smell of freshly cut grass.
Even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. There will be better days to come!
Making happy memories are always more treasured than possessions. Never forget to take those photos and enjoy the present.
Enjoy the moment, don’t miss it trying to create the perfect Instagram shot. Some of my favourite moments are ones where me and my family are just belly laughing at the simplest of things!
Choosing to accept your body and true self doesn’t mean you won’t have bad days.
But it does mean that you are learning to listen to it and know what feels good for you!
Being quiet is not a bad thing, you are amazing whether you are super outgoing or quiet, it doesn’t mean you are not confident!
You don’t need to try to be like everyone else, you are perfect the way you are.
Find time to look after your mental health, it’s just as important as physical health.
You are worthy of finding someone who truly loves you for you…
But first of all, find love for yourself!
Keep seeking and finding your strength in Jesus, he will sustain you!
Don’t feel the need to hold on to people who cause you pain or toxicity in your life.
Know that some friendships are meant for long seasons and others for short periods of time, it’s okay if you are not friends with everyone forever.
You will go through difficult situations in life and it will be hard. But growth will come from that.
You can absolutely get through hard things!
Your body is meant to change as you get older, your imperfections are what make you beautiful!
Do things that make you happy – buy those flowers, walk in the sunshine, do your makeup.
Keep pushing and advocating for your health.
You are worthy or support and for your pain to be believed!
Know that your worth is not dependant on your productivity or achievements.
But do celebrate every little achievement because even the smallest things show progress and you flourishing!
Always tell/remind the people you care about, that you love them.
Eat that chocolate (any sweet treat), you don’t need to earn it or burn it off later.
Be authentically YOU!