Things I have l learnt in my life so far

Inspired by Stefan Sagmeister, I created my own list.

On the morning of my 36th birthday, I went on a walk into the forest and wrote down 15 life lessons I’ve cultivated through my own lived experience.

1. There is nothing to be gained by taking things personally.
   
2. The quicker you learn to surrender to the things out of your control, the quicker you’ll be free.
   
3. Most growth is at least a little uncomfortable.
   
4. Learn to ask for help. Learn how to receive it.
   
5. A quiet morning practice can slow down time and create a buffer between you and the world that wants to rush in.
   
6. Have a practice for each:
   • Nourishing the soul
   • Expanding the mind
   • Managing the nervous system
   • Moving the physical body
   
7. Appreciate people and tell them you love them. You don’t know when you might not get the chance.
   
8. There is nothing wrong with moving slow.
   
9. Ambition isn’t always a good thing.
   
10. Finding beauty and divinity in the minutiae of life will be a constant source of joy and remind you of your place.
    
11. Find a truth that touches you so deeply, your conviction in it is unshakeable. This will always be your North star, the way home to yourself.
    
12. Know when it’s time to learn.
    Know when it’s time to act.
    Know when it’s time to rest.
    
13. Never be afraid to ask for what you need, just don’t always expect you’ll receive it.
    
14. Everything you’ll ever need to know is already hidden in your heart. You must learn how to heal it. Learn how to listen to it.
    
15. The fight against your own ignorance is a full time job, but you will get better at it.