Well, I am here to spill the tea on how to become that girl because I truly believe it is quite simple and if you really have the intention to be that girl and still end this summer on a great note, you can become that girl!

Note: the tips in this article can also be used for boys!

The Benefits of Being ‘That Girl’

The benefits of being ‘that girl’ is:

1. You live a more fulfilling life as you are embodying that high-value version of yourself that always makes you happy long term
2. You become more confident in yourself as you realise your potential and how you can do many things in one day.
3. You are considered to be more attractive as people wonder how you do it all.

The Ultimate Key To Become ‘That Girl’

The key is to have some habits and non-negotiable in your life but also allow some flexibility in your schedule.

Having Habits And Systems

Here is how it works: start with having a habit tracker, where you will write some non-negotiable habits in your life that you will do without fail. This ensures that you are prioritising yourself and you are not feeling too overwhelmed with your life with too much flow. This provides structure to your life. Examples of these habits include meditation, journaling or waking up early.

Having Flexibility

However, you also need to allow things to fit into your schedule which can change depending on the circumstances. The key is to follow your gut and make the right decision. If you have two hours free one evening, what would you do? Would you be like your lazy self just scrolling through social media? Or would you be like your high-value self and go out to a coffee shop and learn to be comfortable solo travelling?

Fill your schedule with more activities. This can include hobbies (I will be making an article about hobbies very soon), events and programmes (to meet new people and expand your knowledge) and even self-development/self-care (such as reading a book alone in a coffee shop). Always embody your high-value version of yourself.

Get Back Up

Some days, you will feel exhausted or feel negative emotions. You don’t need to be exhausted to be ‘that girl’, you can just keep following your gut. Love and accept your emotions but do not follow the negative emotions and do not do the actions that will not make you happy long term.

To be ‘that girl’, it takes consistency. Don’t sabotage yourself for things that you know are not true. If you fail to do a habit or you do end up being lazy, just forgive yourself. Learn from that mistake, get up and move on. Try your best not to make mistakes.

You Can Do It

Start today to be ‘that girl’ if you haven’t started already.

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By the mercy of God, all my doubts were dispelled. Based on all the research I did for the past two-three years, I realised three things. 

Number one is that I found my worth. Many teenagers and young people feel the need to fit in because they desire validation. Still, this validation is unhealthy because you are seeking stability from teenagers who aren’t even stable themselves. You should never be seeking validation from anyone anyways because you have to do what makes you happy long term. Once you find yourself valuable, you won’t make yourself small to fit in. Knowing that I am worthy all the time regardless of the situation and always doing what makes me happy long-term helped with picking the right friends who knew my value.

Number two is that female friendships can be quite tricky. Based on evolution, men were hunters millions of years ago, and because they went hunting as a pack, their genes are wired to work together well in groups, and many men don’t even need to have regular communication in order to remain friends. Men can also have arguments, but I believe it is usually less passive-aggressive than women. Women, on the other hand, are not accustomed to having female friends for many years, which is why girls usually gossip more and some can be toxic which causes them to spread rumours more. Women usually have more drama, and they require more regular communication to maintain their friendships. Female friendships are not as prioritised in society, and this is based on a scientific standpoint. Therefore, I understood why it was difficult for me to maintain female friendships, in a time where I wanted mature friends who would understand that I also needed my own space at times.

Lastly, I also believe that people come into your life as a messenger or a mirror. This is very significant. 

When someone comes into your life as a messenger, this means that they are trying to teach you a new lesson. Whether they stay in your life or leave, they will teach you something that will help you in the future and with your future friendships. For example, one previous toxic friend taught me to be firm in my beliefs and not be manipulated easily. They taught me that it is crucial for me to have my own opinions and not apologise for them. Today, I am so firm in my beliefs that it makes me a much more confident person.

When people come into your life as a mirror, it means that they may come to trigger you to work on past behaviours or heal more or simply learn more about who you are. For example, I have a current friend who is very academic just like me which is a positive trait. She aligned with my energy. However, she is not into going out to new places very much, and I realised that perhaps if I want to attract friends who like travelling, I need to travel more myself. This process of knowing more about yourself and your friends is so rewarding.

The more I walked away from the people who were toxic and/or who did not align with my energy, and the more I kept working on myself, the more these people were filtered out of my life. After that, I have only been moving up tiers and levelling up and making better friends. I don’t need friends as my sole source. It is okay not to have too many friends as they might not be at your level, especially in your teenage years. I have learned to solo travel and do many things alone. Friends are only a bonus in your life. 

My key is to keep working on myself and always be the person I would want as my best friend.

So, have your friends been a messenger or a mirror? Did you also have toxic friendships in the past? Comment below.

With love,

Surobi

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ess self-help books or even hire therapists or coaches that will help with self-improvement. The world is your oyster when it comes to how many resources are available today. And sometimes it is just hard to choose what to pick and what to follow. 

Despite the endless resources, you may feel lost, confused or even not in control of your life. You keep feeling overwhelmed or sad. 

Here is one of the keys that can help you: change your perspective. Now, you may ask, do I have to be dishonest to myself and lie to myself that everything is fine when it’s not? No, changing your perspective means simply seeking more knowledge, following your gut and embodying the high-value version of yourself daily. You need to show up as the person who has the mindset that your most high-value version of yourself would. For example, right now, you might not be wealthy and I don’t want you going and spending money on that Gucci bag just because your high-value version of yourself would. The key is to adopt and embody the beliefs, mindset and habits of your wealthy self. Perhaps your wealthiest version of yourself would be investing money or thinking about how to buy the next real estate property. Think about the structure, steps and beliefs that you need. Don’t leave this huge gap between the person you are right now and the person you want to become. This is key to start living and being your high-value version of yourself.

To ensure you also do not rush and overwhelm yourself to leave room for flow, make sure you do everything at your own pace by following your gut. This will help to make sure you are doing everything for you and you always do what is best for you

You have the power to choose the perspectives and thoughts that are always honest with yourself. By changing your perspective by being honest to yourself always through seeking more knowledge, following your gut and embodying your high-value value version of yourself daily, you can live your best life.

Comment below one way you will implement this advice this week and let’s keep each other accountable!

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Alhamdulillah, I turned 18 years old on 19th July 2023. I honestly felt cool and like a grown-up with my responsibilities, which was very exciting! I am genuinely so grateful to Allah for being able to witness these eighteen years on this planet and I also want to share some of the wisdom that I learned in these eighteen years with you all!

So, in this article, I will share 6 of the 18 life lessons that I learned in 18 years of my life. These life lessons are based on self-development, self-love and becoming the best version of yourself. I hope that you benefit from this article, and let’s get started!

This is part 3 of this part 3 series. Check out part 1 here and part 2 here!  

If you can’t solve a problem within 24 hours, then you need to speak up within 48 hours.

Many people do not know when to speak up when they have problems. Some spend too long trying to fix their problems on their own and bottle up their emotions while others try to vent every problem they have. So here is a rule of thumb that may help you: unless it is an emergency, speak up only if you can’t fix the problem within 24 hours and speak to someone within 48 hours. 

By doing this you can build up your own problem-solving skills but at the same not bottle up your emotions and suffer with your problems.

Don’t compromise on your standards.

This is one you have to remind yourself constantly. And that is to never compromise on your standards and self-respect. Whether it is for your dream house or a partner, don’t think that your standards are too high. Of course, nothing is perfect in this world so you need to have at least three non-negotiables to ensure you are not compromising on your standards and hence your self-respect along the way. By having three non-negotiables, it ensures that you remember your worth and you don’t settle for less.

For those people who tell you that you are too picky or too difficult or too unrealistic, it is because of their scarcity mindset. Honour your three non-negotiables and stick to them as Allah finds you worthy and He wants to give you the best. People less qualified than you are also getting what you want.

Learn to love the bad days

When I was younger, I used to be harsh on myself whenever I would have a bad day. I would ask myself why I have bad days and thought it was abnormal to have bad days, or that everyone else is always happy. That is not true. Everyone has bad days, whether it is your teachers or whether it is your favourite celebrity. I have two things to help with this: 1. Love and accept your emotions but don’t follow your emotions

2. If you are feeling bad at night, you are probably just tired. 9 times out of 10, you will feel better when you get up the next morning. So try to have an early night.

Have the right support system (the 3-person rule)

I had to mention this one. And that is because so many young people are listening to whatever they can find. The truth is that I understand that Allah puts us all in different circumstances. Some of you may have been brought up with loving parents, while others are not so lucky and have been brought up with abusive parents. Some of you may have had parents that were loving but simply did not have enough time, while other parents had all the time but not the resources or the knowledge. So here is the 3 person rule: have someone who cares about you (preferably older and someone related to you who is similar in values to you), someone who is your role model and always look at someone who you don’t want to be like and don’t follow the wrong advice they give you. And of course, remember that you and Allah are also part of your support system.

Always do what makes you happy long term

This is the advice that we need to scream out, especially to young people: look at how your actions will affect you long term! Always think about your high-value version of yourself and embody your high-value version of yourself always. Would he/she be doing this action? If it is what your high-value version of yourself would do and if it makes you happy long term then do it. By doing this, you are not wrecking yourself down the line and suffering later. You can be happy long term by taking the right actions for the rest of your life.

Always follow your gut.

Your gut is a very powerful tool. Trust your gut always and don’t doubt your gut. If you doubt your gut, you are more likely to take the wrong decision. Always trust your gut fully when taking a decision. If a gut says yes to something, do that thing. This is because your gut gives you the best and the right decision for you based on all the knowledge you have. So many books and even Mufti Menk has talked about trusting your gut. 

So always follow your gut!

That was the third part of six of the eighteen lessons I learnt in eighteen years of my life. I hope that this article benefitted you in any way. Please share this article with others, because what you share with the world comes back around to you!

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Alhamdulillah, I turned 18 years old on 19th July 2023. I honestly felt cool and like a grown-up with my responsibilities, which was very exciting! I am genuinely so grateful to Allah for being able to witness these eighteen years on this planet and I also want to share some of the wisdom that I learned in these eighteen years with you all!

So, in this article, I will share 6 of the 18 life lessons that I learned in 18 years of my life. These life lessons are based on self-development, self-love and becoming the best version of yourself. I hope that you benefit from this article, and let’s get started!

This is part 2 of this part 3 series. Check out part 1 here.

Failure is inevitable. Then, try not to make mistakes.

Failure is going to happen. It is guaranteed. I remember hearing this piece of advice from a motivational video and it really resonated with me. Because I personally hate and detest failure. I hate the fact that I have to feel a mixture of feeling sorry for myself, feeling overwhelmed and also disappointed in myself. But the truth is that you can never avoid failure forever. And if you do, that means you are not trying anything new.

Now, I also do not want to romanticise making mistakes. Many people also are now falling into the trap of damaging themselves now but then trying to cure it later.

The key is to always follow your gut and always do what makes you happy long term. If you end up failing, being rejected or making a mistake, let yourself feel and process all the emotions. However, don’t follow these emotions and don’t let these emotions dictate your actions. You have to learn from your mistakes and then get back up. Then, try not to make mistakes.

Only do everything for you and Allah.

I have two references for this specific lesson. The first book is ‘The Courage To Be Disliked’, where the author discusses how many people tend to see the relationships in their life as ‘vertical’ and there is a hierarchical system. Many people want to impress the people above them, and unfortunately mistreat the people below them. However, you should instead perceive your relationships to be as ‘horizontal’ which means that you treat everyone equally. That way, you don’t feel the need to impress anyone and you can do everything for you. Regardless of who is with you, you are always embodied in your boundaries and values.

The second reference is from the book ‘Loving Yourself To Great Health’. The book states that the key to every problem in this world is to love yourself more. Many people suffer from a deficiency of self-love and hence, they try to fill that emptiness within themselves by seeking approval from others. However, this is a low-value trait, filled with highs and lows. 

If you want to live a peaceful life where you can regulate your emotions and you are doing what is best for you, always do everything for you and Allah. The best three ways to do this are: always follow your gut, always do what makes you happy long term and learn more about yourself and Allah.

Diversify your identity.

It is shocking how many people live in the digital age of social media and the Internet, yet they are still struggling to do what they love. I believe that every young person should have a hobby outside of school. Not only does this mean that you will have a break from school, but it also means that you are not solely relying on school for an income in the future or to form your whole identity. Your hobbies can be monetizable or even a simple addition to your identity that can turn you into a polymath.

You are worthy all the time regardless of the situation.

You are worthy. Full stop. There is no question. There are two main ways to always remind yourself of your worth. The first reason is that Allah decided to create you as a human with free will.

However, Allah finds you and me worthy which is why we are still living humans on this Earth. The fact that we are surviving means that He is not done with us. 

The second reason is that there are people less qualified than you who have this mindset that ‘I am worthy’ and who believe in themselves, that are achieving your goals. They are living their dreams simply because they are so firm in their high self-worth. You can cultivate this mindset of high self-worth too. We are all humans and therefore, we are all worthy.

There are two components to success.

Many people believe that success comes from only one thing, and that is hard work. This could not be further from the truth. True success comes from not one, but two things: hard work and luck/unfair advantages. Both luck and unfair advantages come from Allah. In other words, for whatever you desire in this world, whether it is good grades or your dream car, you have to work hard but also pray to God because He knows what is best for you.

The best way to remind yourself is this: there are many who have gotten all A*s, the best grades and exceeded all the entry requirements for their dream university, and yet could not get in. On the other hand, another candidate may have scraped the entry requirements but somehow still get into the university. That’s why you should never give up on your dreams and keep praying to Allah.

No one is coming to save you.

I said it. It is the harsh truth you need to know. You need to stop living in the victim mindset that someone is coming to save you. And if you do feel that you need someone to change you, you may need to heal. I know that it is easier when someone helps us, but you are the one who has to work on yourself.

Once you have tried fixing the problem but it hasn’t been solved, ask someone else and always seek help from Allah.

That was the second part of six of the eighteen lessons I learnt in eighteen years of my life. I hope that this article benefitted you in any way. Please share this article with others, because what you share with the world comes back around to you!

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Alhamdulillah, I turned 18 years old on 19th July 2023. I honestly felt cool and like a grown-up with my responsibilities, which was very exciting! I am genuinely so grateful to Allah for being able to witness these eighteen years on this planet and I also want to share some of the wisdom that I learned in these eighteen years with you all!

So, in this article, I will share 6 of the 18 life lessons that I learned in 18 years of my life. These life lessons are based on self-development, self-love and becoming the best version of yourself. I hope that you benefit from this article, and let’s get started!

Everything works out in the end

It is guaranteed that everything works out in the end. Proof? Think back to a situation where you had a huge problem that made you feel nervous, anxious or worried. Does that problem still exist? Probably not. Even if that problem exists, you learnt how to deal with it or you learned something new. I believe that everything will work out, whatever I am going through. Just keep doing what makes you happy long term.

Emotions are a part of the human experience. 

So many people go through life suppressing or escaping from their emotions. But emotions are a part of the human experience! Being sad or overjoyed are both completely valid emotions. But just remember that you can love and accept these emotions and not follow them. That is because emotional problems cannot be fixed with logic. Every emotion will pass eventually, whether it is happiness or anger. You can also tell yourself that ‘this emotion is very real, but it may not be true,’ to ensure that you don’t let your emotions affect you negatively or cause you to take actions that harm you down the line. 

Boundaries. Boundaries. Boundaries. 

One of the most powerful things I have personally learnt in my life is the importance of boundaries. Boundaries are knowing the line so no one can get too close to you. I am sacred and therefore, no one deserves to get in my space unless I allow it. That is where boundaries come in because I know my worth and I won’t let anyone walk all over me. You need to think this highly of yourself because the truth is people do whatever they want because of themselves, but you have the power to put up with only what you want. I always embody my boundaries and values regardless of the situation.

Friends come into your life for a reason and usually for a season

I have had my fair share of friendships in my life, where there have been friends who have taught me valuable lessons. I strongly believe that you are the average of the 5 people you stay with so you have the choice of who you will let these five people be. If you cannot find those five people, it is better to be alone because your energy is precious. It is okay and best for you to let go of people who are not aligned with your energy. Check out how to be happy alone here. 

No matter what you do, there will always be someone who loves you and also someone who hates you.

This can be a comforting but also a harsh statement to read at the same time. But the good news is that you have control. You can choose to be that someone for you who loves you and live your life from a place of getting up again and again or you can choose to be clouded in negative thoughts. Regardless, people can trigger you but don’t be controlled by them. You have the power to choose to speak to yourself in a way that will make you happy long term. 

When it comes to others, there will always be some people who love you and some people who hate you, and that is based on their beliefs and their versions of their stories. As long as you are doing what makes you happy long term and remembering your purpose on this Earth, you are doing just fine.

Allah is sufficient for everyone.

Allah is truly sufficient for everyone. He is the only one you need. You can never be disappointed if you truly trust Allah, remember that He is always there for you and that He is the best of planners. He is the one who has kept you alive up till this point. Saying the statement ‘Hasbiyallahu la ilaha illalah’ brings me a lot of peace and ease. Remember, trust in yourself by working hard and also trust in Allah that He has your back.

That was the first part of six of the eighteen lessons I learnt in eighteen years of my life. I hope that this article benefitted you in any way. Please share this article with others, because what you share with the world comes back around to you!

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So, based on my experiences, here are five common life lessons that I don’t wholeheartedly follow. Do you agree with me? Comment down below.

Time heals.

This life advice is a very common one for anyone going through a tough time and it is a statement that reassures the individual that with time, everything will get better. They should remain patient. While I agree that you should be patient and that Allah has something better planned as mentioned in the Quran, you also need to do certain actions to help yourself. Of course, not every problem can be fixed straightaway but take your time to go and look for potential solutions by reading books, gaining support from others or even reading a blog like this one. A gem might be waiting for you which will hold the key to fix your hardships.

Say yes to everything.

I disagree with this life advice quite a lot. Saying yes to everything can not only make you burnt out and constantly people pleasing, but it also means you do not know your priorities long-term. It is really important to learn how to say no at times too. Always saying yes is dangerous as you want to be happy long term so do things that will make you happy long term and that is the key to making the right decisions. 

YOLO

YOLO, or also known as You Only Live Once, could not be further from the truth. Again, it is important to enjoy your life and be happy, but it does not come at the risk to harming others and also completely forgetting about the Hereafter. As a Muslim, I am aware that my actions are being recorded and that I will be accountable for them. Therefore, I do need to control any temptations I have and do the best thing that is right for me throughout my life. 

Pretend that this is your last day on Earth.

This is a very deep one. Of course, anyone can die at any time and there is no way you can predict that. But, again, I believe that if people acted every day that today was their last day, it would be completely unrealistic. You might not do your homework as you would want to instead spend time with your loved ones. But of course, homework is still important and as I always say you do have to think long term and work towards your goals. So therefore, pretending today is your last day could destress you for a short period of time if you are too caught up in this world, but it will not help in the long run.

Money doesn’t buy you happiness.

Now I am going to be honest. I have always been a person who doesn’t have my top goal as becoming a millionaire or having the biggest mansion (of course, I wouldn’t mind it though). But even I have to confess that to some degree, money does buy you happiness. Money does give you that food in your stomach that gives you the energy to work and have a laugh with your loved ones. Money does provide you with fresh clean clothes that make you smell good. Money does give you a roof over your house so you can feel safe and protected. With that being said, there is also a threshold for how much money one feels satisfied and that is around £33,864 in the UK. So yes, do work hard, earn your money because you will thank yourself for it but also don’t forget to enjoy the journey and destress along the way. Think long term.

So that was my article on the five common life lessons dissected on to why I am not 100% convinced by them. Of course, there is a grain of truth in everything but it is up to you to make your choices and decisions. You ultimately choose what to believe in.

Comment down below your biggest life advices that helped you.

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Disclaimer: Some of the items may have been discovered in previous years, but perhaps this year, it has been brought to my special attention. There are a few items I have not mentioned due to privacy. Also, there are links on each item so you can click on the link for the product. 

1: Lofi Music 

The first thing that has to come in the list is lofi music. I have been on a journey with my spirituality and I have been reducing the amount of time that I listen to music. But if there is one type of music that is pretty relaxing to listen to, it would have to be lo fi music. This one is live since February 2020, so you will never be bored with fresh beats coming out every time.

2: Podcasts

Podcasts are so underrated. As a podcaster myself, I think podcasts are so valuable yet hidden from so many people. I have started listening to podcasts more often now and there are so many to choose from, and there is a wide variety of topics available.  

3: Omar Hisham Al Arabi’s Quran Recitations

 Next up is something that is so relaxing, soul-soothing and peaceful which are Quran recitations. I am so grateful to be Muslim and to be able to access the Quran and especially when a reciter like Omar Hisham Al Arabi recites the Surahs, it can uplift your mood.

4: Think Like A Monk

Next is a book that my sister bought this year and that is Jay Shetty’s book ‘Think Like A Monk’. This changed my life as it taught me to build a closer relationship with myself and I have reviewed this book on my website so check it out here.

5. ‘Don’t Be Sad’ Book

This is yet another book that made me have a closer relationship with my beloved Allah and my amazing religion of Islam. The writer wrote this book with so much passion and beauty – it is definitely worth a read.

6: ‘The Courage To Be Disliked’ Book 

Another book which was really thought-provoking in my list has to be ‘The Courage To Be Disliked’. This book is a conversation between a philosopher and a youth and coming from someone who is not a big fan of philosophy, I absolutely enjoyed reading this intellectual yet realistic conversation about society and living. 

7: My Go-To Bottle

After breaking two Wilko bottles, my brother gifted me a high-quality bottle from Amazon. This bottle is large, holds 1 liter of water and comes with a brush for cleaning. I take this to school daily and it is so durable and even motivates me to drink more water.

8: Shopping List Pad

This is so cheap and affordable and perfect to make quick to do lists in. I use this quite regularly now.

9: Lenovo Laptop

I got this new laptop from my sixth form and it is actually pretty good! It is made by Microsoft so it brought back nostalgic memories to see the old ‘Paint’ app by Microsoft which reminded me of my childhood. I also like that since my sixth form uses Teams, it is really easy to use this laptop.

10: Candles

I always love the cozy feeling of snuggling up in the winter, with heaters turned on and candles turned on by myself in my room. Candles give that really nice vibe to the room, it can diffuse nice scents and fragrances, and add a bit of decor to your room. So give yourself a candle!

11: Earrings

Next up are earrings! Now of course, I knew what earrings are but this year I built up my own collection of earrings. Earrings can make you feel like a little girl again, so you can invest in some. I buy mine from Lovisa usually, and I can even wear them in sixth form!

12: Loreal XFiber False Lash Mascara

This mascara is now what I use quite regularly! This was quite new to me as it is double ended so it really gives that depth in my lashes. 

13: Revue

This is the website I use to make my weekly newsletters! Unfortunately, the website doesn’t send out my weekly newsletters due to a spamming issue, but hopefully, it will be up and running again so I can get back to writing my weekly newsletters again!

14: Hairstyles

I have loved and still love having my hair done into new hairstyles! Even right now in sixth form, I try to do a different hairstyle every day to add a bit more variety. I have started learning more new hairstyles this year and the bandana linked above is one of the items I use for one of my hairstyles! 

15: Gratitude Journal

For those of you who don’t like to write 5 things you are grateful for every morning, I got you! I would recommend buying a gratitude journal as it contains exercises every day to really get you focusing on the good and filling up your heart with love, warmth and thankfulness!

16: Snapchat

Now of course, I knew what Snapchat was! But this year, I decided to go ahead and install Snapchat to add friends I was making in sixth form and it has allowed me to very easily interact with my friends outside.

17: My GCSE Results

Another thing that I have achieved this year is finishing my GCSEs. Of course, seeing my GCSE grades and Alhamdulillah getting decent grades was an amazing discovery.

18: New People

I discovered and made new friends and teachers this year both outside of school and also because I moved into a new sixth form! This helped me to put myself out there.

19: Wireless Earphones

Wireless earphones have changed the game for me! They are so easy to use, I can use them while commuting or exercising and they don’t get tangled up!

20: Wilko Index Cards

I have been using these for many years, but these are so portable and easy to carry around. They are also recommended by many others!

21: Hitting Over 10,000 Users On This Blog

WIth no paid promotion but only with sheer passion for the topics I love to talk about, I have managed to somehow have over 10,000 people reading my blog from over 20 countries! Thank you for being here and this has been one of my biggest blessings of this year!

This was a very long and enjoyable article but I hope it was useful. Maybe you can take some of these for next year! 

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Of course, as a disclaimer, you can use this list if you are not 15 yet to maybe accomplish some of these things and if you have passed 15 years of age, then you can check to see if you can do these things. And it is your choice if you want to do these things, do it at your own risk and you can accomplish these at any age.

Have a bucket list or set of goals. This really gives that sense of motivation and push for who you really want to become when you are older. 

Have a side project. Don’t neglect the fact that nowadays, skills are also very important alongside grades to get into good colleges, universities and jobs. So, if that’s your aim, join an extracurricular activity or create something new, like a podcast.

Have at least one reliable support system. I have found that my best friends in life are my family. Don’t neglect your parents as a teenager as many people regret that later in life.

Understand that peer pressure is not the way to go forward. Peer pressure drives many teenagers at this age but it really isn’t worth it.

Develop certain habits. Mastering certain habits such as making a daily to-do list and cleaning your room often are quite helpful.

Know how to edit photos. I think this may be a life skill that everyone can learn and I think it’s p

Know how to cook/make at least 5 good recipes. Even if you are not a great cook, try to learn five simple recipes that you can make at any time for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Know how to have your own me-time. Learn to spend time with yourself and not be covered in guilt and negativity but in a positive light.

Know how to do grocery shopping by yourself. Only do this if your parents allow you but I think whenever I have done this, I have felt this sense of renowned independence. 

Know how to have fun without the screen. What a lot of people are guilty of is finding that the only way to relax is looking at a screen. That is wrong. Find other traditional ways of having breaks too such as going for a walk. 

Know how to clean your room regularly. Cleaning your room is something that you may not like to do but if you want to live alone, you will be compelled to do it. It really doesn’t take that long.

Know how to manage money. Ask your parents if you can have your own bank account and learn to manage the money and not just spend it all straightaway. 

Have your own signature. I have changed my signature a few times but know I am quite stuck to one, so have a consistent signature of your own.

Know that it is okay to have low days (but you need to get back up). All teenagers go through low days but remember it is okay and all you got to do is get back up.

Those were 15 things I think every teenager should try to know. It is okay if you don’t know all of them. 

If you want some more juicy tips and advice, check out my other links such as my podcast.

Also, surf around my website.

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So I set myself a challenge to drink as much water as possible for a week (not counting weekends)  to see if it had any changes on me. This was very interesting and do remember that everyone is different so if you do a challenge like this, you may not get these specific benefits. These benefits may not also have just been from drinking more water, but I did try to keep it as fair as possible.

The average teenager, I believe, should be having 2 litres of water daily.

So these are my results:

Day 1: Drank approximately 1.5 litres of water

• I felt that my skin looked a little more hydrated or glowy.
• I felt that I had a little more energy so I felt awake.
• I think I felt less bloated after eating.

Day 2: Drank approximately 2 litres of water 

• I felt less hungry as I was drinking more water.
• I still had that slight glow on my face.
• I felt more energised.

Day 3: Drank approximately 1-1.5 litres of water as I wasn’t having a very good day so I forgot to drink more water.

• I felt thirstier and drier on my throat.
• That glow from my skin was fading slowly.
• I had the same fewer energy levels than before I had started doing this challenge.

Day 4: Drank approximately 1 litre of water as I actually forgot.

• My skin felt a bit drier.

Day 5: Drank approximately 1 litre of water.

• I had a glowing skin even though I hadn’t had that much water and this could be the side effects of drinking more water than usual consistently.
• I had more energy as I walked very long distances that day.

So these were what helped me and again this may not happen for you and you may want to research the benefits.

Drinking water is crucial for everyone and I think it could be a good New Year’s Resolution if you want to maintain a wholesome lifestyle. 

My aim is to drink in school days 1 litre of water in school and 1 litre after school. 

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