34
True Things
In honor of turning 34 today, here’s a list of things I know to be true. It should be stated that this is a list of true things for me. So perhaps they’re not universal. But perhaps they are. In any case, happy birthday me!
34 Things I Know to Be True
Sleep is important. Get more.
Consistency is the path to accomplish most everything.
Few problems ever get solved by being ignored.
Debt is a prison. Get out of that shit.
To-Do Lists are more manageable if you do the scariest item first.
Action is a strong antidote against sadness.
Saying nothing after someone loses a loved one is worse than saying something awkward.
Our bodies are designed to move, every single day.
Pain, of all kinds, is there to teach.
Opinions aren’t facts.
Vegetables are good. Eat them.
The idea of your deathbed should be the litmus test for whether something is worthy of your time right now.
We belong outside. A lot.
Not a single penny goes with you after you die.
It’s a desecration to hate your body. Most everyone hates their body.
When someone pops up in your thoughts, you should text or call them right away.
Good enough is good enough.
Underneath human rage is human fear. Always.
Not wanting to do something is a good enough reason.
There are two ways to age - by expanding or by shrinking.
99% of the time it’s because you’re hungry or sleepy.
Worthwhile things take a long time.
Lifeless things should be buried or released.
Just because you don’t understand it, doesn’t mean it’s wrong.
Disappointing others is much better than disappointing yourself.
Reading helps you know the world. Writing helps you know yourself.
If your belly doesn’t move when you breathe, then it’s not deep enough.
You are not the thing that earns you money.
All humans want the same two things: love and security.
If nothing else, art is a delicious way to pass the time.
Shame lives in your body. It will make you sick.
Being human is the hardest thing any of us will ever do.
No experience is wasted.
Gratitude is the bedrock of a happy life.
Patrick, what you know to be true are real words of wisdom. I don't think I was anywhere near this wise when I was 34. Number 16...you would get tired of my texts!!! 😁Thinking of you and sending much love to you on your birthday❣ 🎶🎂🥳
From someone nearly twice your age … you're doing this life thing just right. Happy birthday!