I think it’s perfectly logical for mothers of teenage girls to want to pass on words of wisdom to their daughters. And, it’s natural for those teenage girls to push back at those moms with an eye roll or an “Oh My GAH, Mom, No-Ah!”
Still, there are some things that need to be said.
Or, in this case, written.
101 Words of Wisdom for My Teenage Daughter
- Always be yourself
- Everyone else is already taken
- Don’t measure yourself with “likes”
- Or “shares”
- Happiness is a choice
- Live in the moment
- High School may not be the best time of your life
- College will
- Do not wait until everything is perfect
- Perfect doesn’t exist
- Find your Why
- This is your passion & if you follow it you’ll be a success
- Nothing will make you happier-Not even chocolate
- Music is therapy
- Don’t be a Regina
- Be a Kady
- Fall in love with someone who loves you back
- Take care of your skin
- Find a cause that means something to you
- Pray
- Be passionate
- Stand up for what is right even if it is not popular
- Talk yourself OUT of your excuses
- You don’t need makeup
- But if you wear it-go easy on the eyeliner
- Wear the heels
- It’s ok to be taller than he is
- Take risks
- It’s ok to fail
- Don’t procrastinate
- Go ahead and clean your room now
- Jeans are investment pieces
- Embrace your flaws
- Don’t overuse Instagram filters
- You don’t need them
- Nobody is perfect
- Laugh out loud
- Say Please & Thank You
- But don’t be a “kiss up”
- Life is not a competition
- Even though it seems like it now
- Stay away from gossips
- “People who belittle people will always be little people”
- Krispy Kreme doughnuts are a million times better hot
- Tell the truth. Trust me, it is easier.
- Keep a journal
- Throw a party without a pity theme
- Don’t rely on someone else to make you happy
- You do not have to be a size 4 to be beautiful
- Public pools are full of pee
- I don’t care what they say about the chemicals
- Always park in well-lit areas
- Be kind to others
- Smile
- Memorize these safety tips – they may save your life
- There’s always going to be someone with more than you & less than you
- Be grateful
- Don’t play dumb
- Stupid isn’t attractive
- Don’t be a Drama Queen
- Life is not a soap opera
- Wake up early
- Stay up late
- Watch the news
- Stop comparing yourself to others
- Be the first one to say “I love you.”
- Be the first one to say “I’m sorry.”
- Learn how to take a compliment
- Learn how to take criticism
- If he treats his mother poorly…RUN
- Make a Bucket List
- Forgive yourself
- Move On
- Don’t let someone who gave up on their dreams talk you out of yours
- Laugh so hard stuff comes out of your nose
- And you pee a little
- Be ok with how you sound
- Don’t apologize when it’s unnecessary
- Please don’t ditch your girlfriends for a guy
- Don’t accept a last minute date invitation
- If he were that into you, he would’ve called sooner
- Never let fear hold you back
- Early is on time.
- On time is late.
- Late is unacceptable.
- Your value cannot be measured by a GPA
- Or a scale
- Or a mirror
- Or a bank account
- Or a friend
- Don’t change for a boyfriend
- Volunteer – Make random acts of kindness a habit
- Donate something new
- Dream big
- It’s ok to cry
- Showing your emotions is a sign of strength
- Not weakness
- Find joy in every moment
- Find friends that believe in you as much as I do
- Memorize these quotes
- Never forget how much I love you
If you enjoyed these Words of Wisdom, you’ll also love these articles!
17 Safety Tips Every Girl Needs To Know
18 Inspirational Quotes for Teenagers
Save or Share!
