There are so many things I want to teach my girls that my mind threatens to explode. Half of it they are far too young to even understand yet but the life lessons I want them to learn are always front of mind for me. Some are simple wee tokens of advice that have served me well, others are bigger lessons that I need them to understand. I know I can’t save them broken hearts or hard lessons but when the time is right I will pass on my pearls of wisdom.
Things I want to teach my daughters
- Always make eye contact when speaking with someone. It is respectful and good manners.
- Live to eat. Food is delicious and there is so much to enjoy and discover. Don’t eat just to live.
- Never judge people. You don’t know their story and you haven’t walked in their shoes.
- Learn to say NO. You don’t need any reason except that you want to say no.
- Read books. Lots of books.
- Don’t take life or yourself too seriously.
- Tattoos are permanent. Think it through, trust me.
- Don’t settle in a relationship. You deserve a prince who captures your heart and protects it as if it were made of glass. Wait for that man.
- No matter how old or young you are, if you are drunk, ring me. Do not drive. Do not get in some ones car. I will not be mad at you and I will get out of bed for you.
- Don’t sleep around. Just don’t.
- It’s not the quantity that matters when it comes friends. It’s the quality.
- Don’t be afraid to do you. Be proud of who you are and be you with confidence.
- A naked face can be liberating. Don’t be afraid to show it.
- Always have wine in your fridge. For when I visit.
- Buy the shoes, the handbag, the perfume – you deserve them.
- Be a good listener. Really hear people when they talk to you.
- People always remember how you make them feel. Make them smile.
- No one is any better than you, and you are no better than anyone else.
- We are all in this together, be kind.
- Take responsibility for your mistakes. Apologise when you should.
- Don’t be afraid to fail. Take a deep breath and try.
- You can be and do anything you want to.
- You can also do absolutely nothing all day except eat chocolate and watch tv. That’s ok too but only every now and again.
- If you’re not married to him, use protection. Safety first.
- Just because it zips, doesn’t mean it fits.
- Wine/beer and pizza is a perfectly acceptable meal.
- Tights are not pants and you are better than track pants. Unless it’s Lazy Sunday and then anything goes.
- I don’t care if you choose to love women or men. You are still you and dad and I will always love you.
- If they make you cry, they aren’t worth your tears.
- Have the courage and strength to walk away. Sometimes things aren’t right for us and we must accept this.
- Childbirth is painful. Few things are comparable. Except bikini waxing, that’s kinda the same.
- Always have something you do just for you.
- Your youth will fade, so may your looks but your mind is forever. Keep it sharp.
- Never lose your sense of humour.
- If you have to, try the weed but stay away from the hard stuff.
- See the world. Go on adventures.
- Stay at school. Go to university. Education is your weapon.
- Never go to bed angry.
- We need the cloudy days to appreciate the sunshine.
- When nothing seems to be going right, turn the music up loud and dance that shit out.
- I am always on your side. I’ve got your back.
- Even if I am not here, I am always with you.
- Everything will be ok in the end.
- Something as simple as your breath, your smile, your laugh – completes me. To me you are everything.
Mel x
Love this 🙂
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Awesome advice, your girls are very lucky.
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