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23 Lessons We Learned From 'Friends'

The best '90s to '00s sitcom about 6 friends: a fashionista, a clean freak, a hippie masseuse, a Casanova with gluttony, a sarcastic wit, and a paleontologist of divorce.

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23 Lessons We Learned From 'Friends'
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Warning! If you haven't watched "Friends," it may contain spoilers!

"Friends" is a classic sitcom fans never get tired of watching. Although the show premiered in 1994 and ended in 2004, our love for this light-hearted TV series never dies. We tend to have moments in which we reference "Friends" to. We also think about lessons we learned from "Friends."

Here are some important life lessons to learn from the iconic TV show:

1. Be there for your friends

It's important that you make time for and have fun with your friends since they are supposed to be like family to you.

2. Whether you're single, in a relationship, married, etc, make time for your friends

Whether you date someone or not, don't dump your friends. Your friendships are still your priorities.

3. Coffee shops are one of the best environments

The smell of coffee, the relaxing atmosphere, and the couches.

4. Yell this whenever you're moving

Yelling "PIVOT" might motivate you even more to move things.

5. Don't give a crap about what anyone thinks of you

Life is too short to think of people's opinions and be uptight like Rachel. Phoebe's running style may be out of sorts, but what matters is she likes it and doesn't care if anyone thinks she's out of her mind.

6. Do not call someone fat behind their back

You're not cool, Chandler. You may be hilariously sarcastically, but when it comes to fat-shaming, it's not okay or funny!

7. ... Or even body-shame

Preach, Joey! Regardless of body type, it is never okay to body-shame anyone at all.

8. Life can really stink

The real world is full of challenges. Challenges may stink, you have the ability to conquer. Use this ability and show who you are.

9. It's never OK to make a pros and cons list about a person

Yes, we all have flaws. We are aware of it. Lists are for groceries, not for people. It makes people even more insecure about themselves.

10. If you're going to wear leather pants, don't let water get near them

Leather pants may be cool to wear, however, they will shrink when in contact with water. When in doubt, try to not be a character in this dating/leather pants horror story.

11. Keep your sense of humor

Having a sense of humor will help you get through hard times.

12. Use your "break" wisely

This "We were on a break" defense won't excuse anyone for cheating. There's a difference between "on a break" and "break up." Don't get the propositions mixed up.

13. You can fall in the love with the unexpected person at the unexpected time

It was unexpected that Chandler and Monica fell in love and even got married. At first, Chandler was Monica's brother's best friend. She had a crush on him, but they eventually became friends. They got together, engaged, then married. They were still each other's best friend.

14. Do not say the wrong name at the altar

Whatever you do, make sure you know who you want to be with, so you save yourself the embarrassment of saying the wrong person's name.

15. You're never too old to dress up for Halloween

The point of Halloween is letting your inner child out.

16. Use the tanning machine correctly

"Oh my God! You can do a duet of 'Ebony & Ivory' all by yourself." - Chandler

17. You're allowed to be silly

Being serious all the time is boring. Go ahead and be silly. It's more entertaining.

18. If you work hard enough, you can achieve your dreams

Rachel learned how to be on her own by getting herself a job and making her way to the top. She may not have gotten her dream job off the bat, but she managed to work as a waitress and eventually worked at Bloomingdale's and Ralph Lauren.

19. Do not date your teacher/student unless you want to hunted down by Bruce Willis

Or don't date anyone that involves an inappropriate relationship in that matter because I'm pretty sure there's a Bruce Willis aura in every parent.

20. What happens in Vegas does not stay in Vegas

When it comes to marriage, it does not stay in Vegas because they're actually legal marriages. Whatever you do, don't get drunk, go to a church, and then marry your friend or someone you met 5 hours ago.

21. You don't necessarily need a "plan"

Just live your life.

22. Your first job won't be your dream job

Don't expect your dream job to be your first job. It's important to try a variety of jobs because it builds your skill level and adds to your experience in the workforce. No need to worry if you don't get your dream job at first. It's possibly a sign you're not ready yet, but will be eventually.

23. At last, three words

HUG. IT. OUT!

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