Reflecting on 2017: Top 10 Take-Aways!

And just like that 2017 has come to an end. Is it just me or does it seem like this year flew by? It feels like it was just yesterday that I was ready to take on 2017, hoping to make amazing memories and go on new adventures. Yes 2017 did give me all of that, but along with it came hardships and experiences that made me realize certain things. It was a year that truly tested me in ways I wish I didn't have to, but that's life. There's a lot of things we don't have control over and so we must learn to live with the circumstances that are given to us.

Listed below are 10 take-aways from 2017.

1. At the end of the day you only have yourself to rely on. If you want something to happen, you better go and make it happen.
2. Hardships mold you into a better version of yourself. Even if at that moment you feel helpless, you'll bounce back even stronger.
3. If someone wants to be in your life they'll find a way to stay in it - no matter how difficult things may be.
4. Know your worth and never let anyone make you feel less than. You're worth fighting for and your DREAMS are worth following.
5. Never be apologetic for being your true self. You are who you are and the right people will stick beside you for being your authentic self.
6. When it feels like life is being unfair, it's really just testing you...preparing you for the better things to come.
7. Step out of your comfort zone and you'll find the most rewarding things life has to offer.
8. Experiences! Experiences! Experiences! If you have the opportunity to go out, try new things, and spend time with people who matter go and do it.
9. Say YES to going out, meeting new people, and creating memories. You won't regret it!
10. Live your life to the fullest! Do whatever it takes to live to your potential because you don't know what tomorrow will bring.

Let me know if you can relate with any and comment below what YOUR 2017 take-aways are!