1. I find that my emotions are out of control and sometimes unpredictable when I don't get at least seven hours of sleep, so the first thing I would do is get my seven hours of sleep every night.
2. Do things that I feel genuinely about, even if it means upsetting other people. This is so true for me, especially around the holidays. I didn't want to give in to the obligation of buying a present for everyone, so I just decided not to do it.
3. Make peace with everyone. This doesn't mean I have to be BFFs with everyone, but I can be at peace with them.
4. Smile at strangers, with no expectation of them smiling back. It feels good to be the first one to smile.
5. Be the first person to say "I'm sorry."
6. Be thankful in every situation, and share that gratitude with others when I have the opportunity.
7. Be kind, even when someone else isn't. Treat others how you would want to be treated instead of only worrying about how they are treating you.
8. Have boundaries in friendships. In the past, I had to separate myself from people who only called me when they wanted to call me, but weren't there for me when I needed to call and talk to them.
9. Always speak the truth in love. It's painful to hold in a lie.
10. Listen to the still small voice of the Holy Spirit. He never steers me in the wrong direction.
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