Bonnie Hazen

41 Life Lessons And Wisdom To Celebrate My 41 Years On This Planet

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41 Lessons Of Life And Wisdom To Celebrate My 41 Years On This Planet

In celebration of my 41st year on this planet, I’m sharing 41 lessons of life and wisdom. It’s been quite the journey, filled with triumphs and setbacks. But through it all, I’ve grown stronger and more empowered with each passing year. So today, I want to share with you 41 lessons I’ve learned in 41 years.

  1. Your past does not define you.
  2. Love with an open heart. Lead with love and compassion.
  3. Forgive and let that shit go. 
  4. Life is happening for you, not to you.
  5. Equity is essential, be a part of the solution. 
  6. Happiness is a choice. Your happiness is your responsibility, not anyone else’s.
  7. Comparison is the thief of joy.
  8. Motherhood is the ultimate journey. The highs and lows are tremendously expansive. 
  9. Trust your intuition. 
  10. Let go of everything that doesn’t support you and your dreams.
  11. Never forget how powerful and capable you truly are.
  12. Leadership doesn’t clip wings.
  13. Stop watching so much damn TV. Live your own life, not scripted acting by others. 
  14. Listen to good music. Music that lifts your soul, elevates your mood, and inspires you.
  15. Never stop learning. Embrace the power of lifelong learning. 
  16. Believe in the power of your dreams. Don’t let fear hold you back from pursuing them.
  17. Embrace change; it’s the only constant in life.
  18. Take care of your body; it’s the only one you have.
  19. Be present, especially when you’re with your loved ones.
  20. Self-care is essential.
  21. Take time to reflect on how far you’ve come.
  22. Learn to be alone.
  23. You are what you think and speak.
  24. Make time for play and creativity. 
  25. Spend time in nature; honor Mother Earth.
  26. Celebrate both your wins and your losses; both provide valuable lessons.
  27. It’s okay to say no.
  28. Let your loved ones know how much they mean to you. 
  29. When you heal the past, you empower your future. 
  30. Shop small and with companies that have integrity. Amazon doesn’t need your support; the local business owner providing for their family does.
  31. Your worth is not determined by your appearance or your bank account. Health is the true measure of wealth.
  32. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health.
  33. Set boundaries and honor them.
  34. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable. Your vulnerability could be someone’s remedy for liberation.
  35. Be authentic. The world needs your unique and beautiful soul. 
  36. Embrace your quirks; they’re your magic.
  37. Your energy is precious; protect it.
  38. Surround yourself with people who uplift and support you. Their energy and vibration are your energy and vibration. 
  39. Practice gratitude daily.
  40. Stand up for what you believe in.
  41. And finally, your voice matters; use it.

These lessons have helped shape me into the woman I am today. And while I know there’s still so much more to learn, I’m excited about what my future holds and the lessons waiting to be revealed.

I hope these lessons inspire and motivate you to live your most authentic and empowered life. Because you deserve nothing less.

Photo by: Bonnie (North Texas skies evening of February 20, 2023)

With cosmic love,
Bonnie