Day 14

Two Weeks Notice

So, it's officially been two weeks since I graduated from Morehouse College. A quick compilation of the lessons I've learned thus far in the nascent stages of my post-collegiate journey:

1). Timidity and vague, meek behavior is no one's friend -- you'll never get what you want that way. Puff out your chest, get your mind right, and ask those difficult questions.

2). Yeah, you've got a degree now -- so what? The world is not going to come to you. You want something? You're going to have to put in some hard work and make it happen.

3). The first law of nature, at the end of the day, is self-preservation. For everyone. Never forget that the only person who has your unequivocal best interests in mind is you. So hold fast to it.

4). Nice guys don't always finish last, but they rarely finish first. You teach people how to treat you. If you let people fuck with you, they will.

5). Be a beast at everything you do -- it's the surest way to success. Sure, you'll make mistakes along the way, but they won't be from laziness or apathy.

6). Don't take everything so personally. It's not all about you. In fact, more often than not, its about them (still struggling with this one).

7). You are the master of your fate and the captain of your soul -- creating the world you want to live in is first a mental task.

8). The word "friend" is a very liberal concept -- it need not be.

9). Effective communication will take you far -- and help you keep your sanity.

10). Don't just take a chance -- have a plan.