Alphabetical Advice
I came across an old entry in my journal that was labeled as a writing prompt "Alphabetical Advice," but I'm not sure from whom. My guess would a student who aspires to be a writer as well, G. J.. "Following the alphabet, give one bit of life advice you would give to someone." My Response:
A lways show respect.
B e true to yourself, but strive for the Best you that you can be.
C elebrate life. It's a miracle, so enjoy it.
D on't hold grudges. Not worth the time and energy. I think they cause cancer!
E levate, Educate, Evaluate yourself. oh, Earth )and earth) matters.
F orgive. Also, I Forgot to say E mpathize.
G o for your dreams. Greatness does not wait for you. (and of course,) Go Fishing.
H elp your fellow man if able.
I ndividuals can make a difference. Remember we are social animals.
J ust because most of these are positive, make sure you know who to trust
K ings can only lead if they are followed.
L eisure time is not a waste. Develop skills and passions that help give you identity.
M oney is helpful, but don't make it a priority or a goal.
N obody is you but you. Embrace yourself.
O pen mindedness is important (because...)
P erspective becomes truth
Q uery your world. Question everything, including self, and always allow for answers.
R elax. Reflect.
S pirituality. Find It, Hold It, Believe It, Live It. (But remember) Spirituality is not Superiority!
T here are three sides to every story. Yours, Theirs, and Truth.
U niqueness is not fitting a mold, not becoming a stereotype, not conforming even to nonconformity
V oices must always be heard, but arguments must always be valid.
W ho, what, when, where, why, how? Answer all and understand before judging. Water = Life
X is not an acceptable replacement for Christ.
Y elling proves only volume of lungs, not value of thought.
Z ero percent chance of surviving for the unprepared and unwilling.
