Happy Mother's Day: 10 Things I Learned From My Mom

1 - It’s a woman’s prerogative to change her mind.

I think everyone has experienced wanting something, receiving it, then realizing that the reality of your desire isn’t all that great. My mom taught me that changing my mind is okay. It’s all about being open-minded in the first place, making mistakes, and accepting lessons along the way.
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2 - Living your life truthfully is the most important thing.

​We live in a society that pushes conformity and it can be easy to forget to celebrate your uniqueness. Living an authentic life that it true to who you are is essential. I thank my mom for encouraging me and supporting me to think outside of the box and color outside of the lines.
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3 - Kindness matters.

My mom taught me to be accepting, nurturing, and considerate towards everyone around me. When you act with love and an intention to evoke happiness the world is a better place!!
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4 - Please and thank you goes a long way.

Growing up, my sister and I were taught to always say please and thank you to everyone, and I know it has served us both well. Thank you, Mom, for teaching us to be polite. (;
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5 - Be honest, to yourself and to others.

It is SO important to be truthful in everything you do. Acting from your heart and being honest to yourself and to those around you is a beautiful way to live your life.
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​6 - One person CAN make a difference.

​My mom is the most altruistic, inspiring, creative person and shows me each day that it is truly possible for individuals to change the world. Through kindness, positivity, and love anyone can make a difference.

7 - It’s important to love and take care of the ocean.

Growing up in California, I was raised to love this planet and take care of it however I possibly could. Through exposure to the sea I learned about our precious environment and ways to respect and maintain it.
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8 - Remind yourself not to be so serious - being ‘goofy’ is way more fun!!

My mom reminds me to lighten up and laugh. We all benefit from being silly, and enjoying the humor in day to day things.

9 - See beauty in everything - especially yourself.

Observe everything you see with fresh eyes. When you start searching for beauty in the world, and in yourself, it is likely to appear.
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10 - Positivity is SO MUCH GREATER than negativity - look for the good in all you do.

No matter who you are, what you do, or where you are...there is something good to be discovered. Searching for positive things in your life enhances everything and everyone around you.

To my mentor, my best friend, my heart, and my soul; Mom. You are extraordinary, this day, and every day. Thank you for being my inspiration and for guiding me on my journey through life.

To all those reading: remember to wish your mom, your grandma, or anyone else who you love a wonderful day!!

Much love.

A

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