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13 Things We Can All Learn From Leslie Knope

A true role model.

Sarah Tedder

Nov 06, 2017

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13 Things We Can All Learn From Leslie Knope

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Leslie Knope, the star in NBC's hit television show "Parks and Recreation", is the epitome of a strong and empowered woman. She is caring, passionate, and persevering. Leslie knows her goals and will do anything to achieve them. Here are a few of lessons we could all learn from her:

1. Be confident

Leslie is always confident in herself. Her confidence is one of her best leadership qualities.

2. Organization is key

Whether it is binders or color coding, find what organization system is good for you and stick to it.

3. Be passionate and all-in with anything you do

Leslie loves everything she is involved in. It makes it much more enjoyable.

4. Make your work load fun

Leslie makes every moment of work fun. Even when she has to work outside of office hours she is not complaining. She loves her job, which makes life more memorable.

5. Let your friends know you appreciate them

Everyone loves a good compliment. Sometimes being friends can be tough, so be sure to let them know you appreciate them.

6. Be aware of your priorities

Know what you value and stick to it.

7. Never underestimate the power of a woman

8. Be friends with people that are different than you

Leslie is friends with people with many different personalities. She finds the best qualities in each person she encounters.

9. Take some time to relax

Obviously, Leslie does not do this very often. Sleep can be crucial to being successful and energized.

10.It's okay to have breakfast for dinner

Always.

11. Dance a little

Take a break from work and bust a move. It'll be fun, you won't regret it!

12. Take pride in where you come from

Love your hometown. No matter where Leslie goes she will always love Pawnee. Love the town that helped shape you into who you are today. Go back and visit occasionally.

13. Celebrate the small things

Always. A win, a birthday, acceptance, or really ANYTHING!! Do it for Lil' Sebastian.

Leslie lives a very interesting life and so can you. Fall in love, work hard, and positively influence those around you. That's what Leslie did and you can too.

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13 Things We Can All Learn From Leslie Knope

A true role model.

1. Be confident

2. Organization is key

3. Be passionate and all-in with anything you do

4. Make your work load fun

5. Let your friends know you appreciate them

6. Be aware of your priorities

7. Never underestimate the power of a woman

8. Be friends with people that are different than you

9. Take some time to relax

10.It's okay to have breakfast for dinner

11. Dance a little

12. Take pride in where you come from

13. Celebrate the small things

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5. Remember to do things that make you happy.

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1. Don't Show Off

2. Fit in a Nap

3. Sit and Observe

4. Reward System

5. Procrastinate the Right Way

6. Be Civil with your Roommate

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1. Has anyone actually gone caroling?

2. Christmas cards.

3. Putting up the Christmas Tree.

4. Gifting baked goods.

5. Attending religious services.

Fellow thespians, you know who you are.

1. A single word can make you burst into song.

2. You knew how to contour before it was cool.

3. You own a huge collection of foundations that are way darker than your natural skin tone.

4. Accidentally going too heavy on the blush and bronzer when you're not on stage.

5. You've learned to get comfortable with improvisation.

6. When you watch another performance you always notice the curtains moving.

7. You know that getting comfortable with the script is the most important thing.

8. The little ongoing games that take place both on and off stage.

9. You have no problems going to see a show more than once.

10. Your fellow cast members become your family.

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1. Ice skating

2. Walks in the snow

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6. Sledding or skiing

7. Baking Christmas cookies

8. Try something new

9. Look at Christmas lights

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