DARY. Legendary. For nine seasons, HIMYM filled our lives with a lot of happiness, some heartbreaking moment,s and maybe even a few parts that made us angry. The cast learned a lot of lessons about the struggle of love, life, friendship and family. In the process they were working on finding themselves and oftentimes it felt like we were a part of the gang, drinking beer at Maclaren's Pub. Regardless if you're a major fan (maaaaaajor fan) like myself or not, here are some life lessons inspired by How I Met Your Mother.
1. Taking Chances
Life is one big mystery, but if you just sit around for opportunities to fall into your lap you'll never get anywhere. No matter how scary something is, don't wait to take a chance. It's never too late to take a different career path, or to go and talk to that girl or guy you've had an interest in forever, whatever it may be, just do it. No one's life is perfect but if you're not happy, the only way anything is going to change is if you do.
2. Keep your Wing-Women / Wing-Men close
When you need it most, your go to girl or guy will always be there to lend a hand. They're going to be honest with you when you need it most and also for those times that you didn't really ask for it but appreciate it anyway. This person will always be down to do something spontaneous, like for instance, licking The Liberty Bell. Well, maybe not exactly that, BUT when you're up for a crazy night it's always nice to have someone handy who will be willing to do just about anything.
3. Three deep breaths
As someone who suffers from a lot of anxiety this is the most important piece of advice that anyone could ever follow. When things start heading south, sometimes the one thing that will improve it significantly can be as simple as three deep breaths. Life is too short and precious to stress out, so just relax, everything will be fine.
4.Everyone has a slutty pumpkin moment
If you've never seen the show I know you're asking the same question. What I mean by this, is that one day you're going to meet someone or experience something that is going to change your life, for better or for worse. If it's one thing that HIMYM likes to play with, it's the idea of destiny. Who knows, maybe this could be what you've been waiting for, or maybe it could be just another lesson. It may not work out but it may just lead to another moment that does....
5. Love endlessly
"Love is the best thing we do," which that may be easier for some rather than others. I will admit that I'm way too stubborn and independent for my own good. In fact, for a really long time I was convinced that I was a total Robin, however, one year into my relationship and I've turned into a Ted (Pst, I'm totally okay with it though). It's hard to let go sometimes, I get it. Past relationships can affect us for much longer even after you've broken up. Find someone who is willing to help you see that it's okay to let go.
There you have it: just a few of the many life lessons that HIMYM has to offer. If you've never seen the show then you're in luck, all nine seasons are on Netflix. Go and binge watch my friends, you have some major catching up to do (maaaaajor catching up).
