50 things learned over 50 years.

1.     There is nothing wrong with being afraid.

2.     Don’t take serious stuff too seriously.

3.     Honesty solves most problems.

4.     Love more.

5.     Don’t allow anyone to take your personal power away, ever.

6.     Encourage kids.

7.     Go for a walk.

8.     Get a dog, they can teach you so much about love.

9.     Listen, when it’s time to listen.

10. Show up – on time.

11. Fight for things that are important to you.

12. Paint a picture.

13. Spend lots of time in the kitchen.

14. Shame, guilt, and jealousy are a waste of time.

15. You can only judge if you are paying for it.

16. Be grateful for what you have.

17. It always works itself out.

18. Listen to your kids.

19. Keep your promises.

20. Have dinner with family and friends often.

21. When you do a favour expect nothing in return.

22. Tattoos are no big deal.

23. Meditate – it takes many forms.

24. Never think you know what others are thinking.

25. When you say sorry, mean it.

26. It’s OK to say ‘’No’’.

27. Be polite.

28. Everyone feels inadequate, it’s not just you.

29. Keep a journal.

30. Music can make a difference.

31. Read ‘’To Kill A Mockingbird’’, ‘’Catcher In the Rye’’, and ‘’Fifth Business’’.

32. Always mean what you say.

33. The truth is so simple.

34. Keep an open mind.

35. There is always another way to look at things, keep an open mind.

36. It’s as important to go in, as it is to go out.

37. Wisdom has nothing to do with age.

38. Change is good.

39. Learn to listen to your gut.

40. Go to the movies.

41. When in doubt ask yourself ‘‘what would LOVE do?’’

42. Do what you want.

43. Crying is just as important as laughing.

44. Being different is ‘’normal’’.

45. New shoes and haircuts just feel good.

46. Be kind.

47. Passion is more important than wealth.

48. When you say ‘Cheers’’ look people in the eye.

49. Don’t be shy, it’s good to put yourself out there.

50. Try as many things as possible, at least once.