Recommended for you

Start writing a post

Student Life

4 Mottos I Live By

Take any higher-level communication course and they'll most likely tell you that each individual is a representation of every person they've met and experience they've had. So, here's a list of what the people in my life have taught me.

Anneliese

Sep 26, 2018

Florida State University

103

https://pixabay.com/en/fortune-cookies-sweet-pastries-2503077/

Cover Image Credit: Pixabay

I'm the type of person who has always really enjoy sharing my thoughts and feelings with others and gaining new perspectives on problems, emotions, and just life in general. Through these interpersonal conversations and intrapersonal soul searching, I've been able to compile my favorite mottos, by which are easy and important to live by.

1. Live and learn.

This life lesson has been taught and preached to and by many people and often times its meaning is lost, but having this mentality is so important to have a forward-thinking outlook on life. After any experience, good or bad, it's vital to understand that you cannot change what has happened. The only thing you can do about the situation is to learn from it.

2. Be the fog.

My parents have given me this advice for as long as I can remember and what it means is that when there are bad things or people surrounding you, don't let yourself become one of them. In negative situations, you must remember to be your own person, and not to let everything else cloud your thoughts and emotions.

3. If you think you'll regret not doing it, then you should do it.

My older brother constantly encourages me to step out of my comfort zone, whether it's applying for a big-time internship or snowboarding down a black diamond when I was a preteen. Every time I make a decision, I always have this mentality in mind because living a life without regret is a goal I hope to achieve.

4. Keep in touch, even if it's awkward.

We're all guilty of thinking that if others aren't reaching out to me, then I don't need to reach out to them. But since I've been in college for a few years, I've come to realize how important it is to take the high road on this. My friends from high school and I rarely all talk every day but the occasional phone call or FaceTime or just a simple text asking how they are really can uphold a strong relationship. It's not always possible, but reaching out, even after a long time, will always mean so much more than you think.

Cover Image Credit: Pixabay

Report this Content

This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.

Featured

12 Midnight NYE: Fun Ideas!

This isn't just for the single Pringles out there either, folks

SUNY New Paltz

14682

StableDiffusion

When the clock strikes twelve midnight on New Year's Eve, do you ever find yourself lost regarding what to do during that big moment? It's a very important moment. It is the first moment of the New Year, doesn't it seem like you should be doing something grand, something meaningful, something spontaneous? Sure, many decide to spend the moment on the lips of another, but what good is that? Take a look at these other suggestions on how to ring in the New Year that are much more spectacular and exciting than a simple little kiss.

Keep Reading...Show less

new years

Student Life

Things I Am Actually Going To Do This Semester

Or at least try to do.

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

3300

CampusExplorer

New year, new semester, not the same old thing. This semester will be a semester to redeem all the mistakes made in the previous five months.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

Let's face it, last semester you woke up with enough time to brush your teeth and get to class and even then you were about 10 minutes late and rollin' in with some pretty unfortunate bed head. This semester we will set our alarms, wake up with time to get ready, and get to class on time!

Keep Reading...Show less

new year

Student Life

The 5 Painfully True Stages Of Camping Out At The Library

For those long nights that turn into mornings when the struggle is real.

Southwestern University

2942

woman reading a book while sitting on black leather 3-seat couch

Photo by Seven Shooter on Unsplash

And so it begins.

1. Walk in motivated and ready to rock

Camping out at the library is not for the faint of heart. You need to go in as a warrior. You usually have brought supplies (laptop, chargers, and textbooks) and sustenance (water, snacks, and blanket/sweatpants) since the battle will be for an undetermined length of time. Perhaps it is one assignment or perhaps it's four. You are motivated and prepared; you don’t doubt the assignment(s) will take time, but you know it couldn’t be that long.

Keep Reading...Show less

library

Student Life

The 14 Stages Of The Last Week Of Class

You need sleep, but also have 13 things due in the span of 4 days.

Michigan State University

1768

Photo by Estée Janssens on Unsplash

December... it's full of finals, due dates, Mariah Carey, and the holidays. It's the worst time of the year, but the best because after finals, you get to not think about classes for a month and catch up on all the sleep you lost throughout the semester. But what's worse than finals week is the last week of classes, when all the due dates you've put off can no longer be put off anymore.

Keep Reading...Show less

Recommended for you

4 Mottos I Live By

Take any higher-level communication course and they'll most likely tell you that each individual is a representation of every person they've met and experience they've had. So, here's a list of what the people in my life have taught me.

In This Article:

1. Live and learn.

2. Be the fog.

3. If you think you'll regret not doing it, then you should do it.

4. Keep in touch, even if it's awkward.

Subscribe to our Newsletter

This isn't just for the single Pringles out there either, folks

Run Around Clanging Pots and Pans in Everyone's Face

Eat the Last Few Pigs in a Blanket

Pop Twelve White Grapes

Burn Something

Smash Things Against a Wall

Spontaneously Begin an Irish Jig

Call Your Mother

Throw a Coffee Table Out a Window

Sing "Auld Lang Syne" at the Top of Your Lungs

Do Some Squats

Swan Dive into a Nearly Freezing Body of Water

Take a Shot

Time to be merry and bright.

"First Noel" by Leslie Odom, Jr

"A Holly Jolly Christmas" by Burl Ives

"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Kelly Clarkson

"All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey

"Christmas (Baby Please Come Home" by Michael Buble

"Last Christmas" by Taylor Swift

"The Christmas Song" by Josh Groban

"White Christmas" by Idina Menzel

"O Holy Night" by David Archuleta

"Believe" by Josh Groban

"Les cloches du hameau" by Celine Dion

Or at least try to do.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

2. I will look decent for class.

3. I will go to the gym more.

4. I will go to the library and study more.

5. I will meet new people.

For those long nights that turn into mornings when the struggle is real.

1. Walk in motivated and ready to rock

2. Disappointed you let it get this bad

3. Distracted: When a 10-Minute Break Becomes an Hour

4. When the Yearning for Sleep Sneaks Up

5. In the words of Lorelai Gilmore "Coffee, Coffee, Coffee"

Oh, so done.

You need sleep, but also have 13 things due in the span of 4 days.

1. When it's December 1 and you have seven things due, three exams, and haven't slept in three days.

2. So you stress.

3. And cry.

4. Then call your mom to cry some more.

5. After the pep talk, you feel determined to get everything done.

6. But, now you're tired.

7. And really hungry.

8. Suddenly, it's 2 a.m. and you have only written three sentences and your paper is due in the morning.

9. You've made it to Friday... somehow.

10. Then Sunday hits and you find yourself back at the Lib.

11. So you cry some more.

12. But, you fight through the tears to get everything done because you're determined.

13. In the end, you feel on top of the world because you made it through the last week of class alive.

14. But, now it's finals week so good luck.

Trending Topics

Top Creators

Trending Stories

Best of Student Life

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments

Subscribe to our
Newsletter