I have learned....

I wrote this a few months ago and I have learned even more since then...

I've learned that life seems long until it’s over, then, no matter what, it is way too short.
I've learned that people lie, yes they do, but the worst lies are the ones we tell ourselves.
I've learned that no one can love me as much as I can love myself, no matter how hard they try.
I've learned that family is defined on a case by case basis; sharing blood is not the only quantifier. The best family is the one you make (at least you got to pick them)
I've learned that friendships end. Some are made of a fabric that last forever, others are polyester, cheap and short lived. When they end, it is okay, they have run their course. Holding on won't make them better, it’s like wearing an ill fitting dress, it just looks bad and everyone can see it.
I've learned that relationships are hard work whether they are "good" or "bad" it’s just about the type of work.
I've learned just because my mind thinks it, I do not have to say it. There is a reason why we are capable of thinking without speaking!
I've learned that nothing last forever, not even pain.
I've learned that a broken heart from a relationship that has ended isn't the worst thing that will happen to my heart.
I've learned to always pray before I go to bed, it’s the most peaceful point of my day and I think God and I have good honest convo at that time.
I've learned to have faith in prayer. The God I serve does not desire to see me hurt, in turmoil, starving, or generally messed up. Prayer is the first step, believing he will answer my prayers is the most important part.
I've learned that prayer and faith does not mean anything without work.
I've learned that "best friend" is no longer an age appropriate term. My "best friends" are my sisters. They are my family, no need for special titles; they know what they mean to me.
I've learned that love has to be shown and told. It can't be conveyed with just one or the other.
I've learned that having a baby doesn't make you anymore qualified to be a parent than not having one makes you unqualified.
I've learned that not everyone is going to agree with me and that is quite ok.
I've learned that nothing worth having comes easy.
I've learned that having sex doesn't mean love is present any more than not having sex means that love isn’t.
I've learned that childhood experiences have a direct impact on adulthood. When you see adults with issues, you know exactly where they came from.
I've learned to know me isn't always to love me and that is ok. Everyone will not feel warm and fuzzy.
I've learned that just because a person is nice to you doesn't mean he/she has romantic feelings for you, they could just be nice.
I've learned that life has to be lived, for we are all dying.
I've learned that no one has to do anything, so when people do things for you and to you, it should be appreciated.
I've learned that being healthy cannot be taken for granted, we must work to remain that way.
I've learned that you must tell people what you expect from them and then call them out when they don't meet those expectations.
I’ve learned that even when people know what you expect from them, they will still disappoint you and you have to expect that.
I’ve learned that love is magical.
I've learned that truth is a fluid idea. There is no one truth.
I've learned that doing something strictly for reward will often lead to failure and/or disappointment.
I've learned that vacations are required, no matter what.
I've learned that asking for help is ok.
I’ve learned that I cannot fake it.
I’ve learned that casual sex is satisfying when it is all you want and absolutely a waste of time when you want more.
I’ve learned that some people are users; it’s just part of life. The idea is to prevent them from using you.
I’ve learned that people do not change because you want them to; they only change because they want to.
I’ve learned that you need your parents for your entire life and when they are not with you, it is a tragedy, no matter your age.
I’ve learned that I should never stop learning.