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20 Little Reasons To Keep Going

sometimes we all need reminders to keep going

Taylor Green

Nov 28, 2016

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Taylor Green

1. Music

No matter what kind of music you listen to - rap, pop, country, rock - it doesn't matter. It has the power to save you, to let you escape your mind. Let it.

2. Family

They will always care about you, no matter what.

3. Friends

No matter what happens, friends never want to see you upset. They also are a reminder that we are never alone.

4. Scrapbooking (or other crafts)

It's the best way to feel productive when you don't want to do school work, so it's a definite win.

5. Ice cream

So many yummy flavors. Does it really need an explanation?

6. Movies

There are literally thousands of movies to watch. Some of them are too good to not watch twice :).

7. Books

Get lost in the plot of any book. Stories have the power to transform our own mind.

8. Coffee shops

If you don't like coffee, go in for the smells, or the vibe. Either way, totally worth it.

9. Exploring new places

Even if it's just a ten minute drive to the nearest small town, there is something awesome about seeing something new for the first time.

10. Dogs

They are the definition of unconditional love. Everyone deserves to feel that.

11. Cats

If you're not a dog person, cats still show just the right amount of loving.

12. The sound of the waves at the ocean

Instant relaxation.

13. Vacations

They're basically just week(s) long breaks, but they're awesome.

14. Sunsets

Just one more excuse to embrace the end of a day :).

15. Sunrises

and the beginnings of them, too.

16. Pizza

Cheesy goodness in every bite.

17. Baking/cooking

Whatever you make smells delicious as it's cooking, and you get to eat it afterwards. What's not to love about that? :)

18. Hot chocolate

There's only one thing better than a chocolate bar... chocolate you can drink.

19. College sweatshirts

They are quite possibly the most comfortable item of clothing ever created.

20. Did I mention ice cream?!

Seriously, is an explanation really needed?

“Above all else, we choose to stay. We choose to fight the darkness and the sadness, to fight the questions and the lies and the myth of all that’s missing. We choose to stay, because we are stories still going. Because there is still some time for things to turn around, time for surprises and for change. We stay because no one else can play our part.

Life is worth living.

We’ll see you tomorrow.”

- Jamie Tworkowski; founder of TWLOHA

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Don't waste your time trying to write that paper when there are so many more interesting things you could be doing.

1. Meditate

2. Groom yourself

3. Eat lots of chocolate

4. Go for a walk

5. Netflix and chill

Who could be a better friend than your own sister?

1. She's your number one fan…and you're her's.

2. It feels like you guys can communicate telepathically at times with just a look.

3. Fights last for about two minutes because you find something funny and have to show them.

4. Concerts in your car are a regular thing.

5. You have an innumerable amount of inside jokes that are always funny.

6. When she gets clothes it's like you're getting new clothes too.

7. She's seen you at your worst and doesn't judge you…but has taken pictures to remind you.

8. She always knows just what to say to cheer you up…or what food (or drink) to make you if words aren't working.

9. She's the first person to jump to your defense.

10. You have a permanent best friend.

You're gonna make it after all.

1. Google is your best friend.

2. Don't be afraid to say no!

3. Justify your actions/purchases.

4. Call mom.

5. Remember to do things that make you happy.

I'll be the first one to admit I'm addicted to Starbucks.

1. You have a Gold Card

2. You know how to use the mobile app like it’s the back of your hand

3. You mobile order is saved and ready to order with the push of a button

4. The baristas know you by name

5. You can’t get through the day without at least one Starbucks

6. The amount of caffeine that you can consume in a day scares most people

7. Most people around you question why you go to Starbucks everyday

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