Don’t rush through life—time flies, so savor it.
Don’t skip dessert for breakfast; life is too short!
Don’t suppress your farts; let them out!
Don’t go to bed with unresolved anger.
Don’t wake up with a frown, either.
Don’t be late, but also, don’t show up excessively early—it’s just as troublesome.
Don’t treat service staff rudely; kindness costs nothing.
Don’t attempt a DIY haircut unless you’re prepared for a surprise.
Don’t convince yourself to shy away from new adventures.
Don’t close your heart to acts of kindness.
Don’t offer a limp handshake; give it a little oomph!
Don’t put yourself down; you’re doing better than you think!
Don’t pick at your pimples; your skin will thank you later.
Don’t feel like you have to be strong all the time—it’s okay to be human!
Don’t stress about the dishes until absolutely necessary.
Don’t be a reckless driver; let others live!
Don’t let your email inbox overflow—1,976 unread messages? Yikes!
Don’t build impenetrable walls; open up sometimes!
Don’t buy what you can create yourself—get crafty!
Don’t ignore your gut feelings; they’re usually spot on.
Don’t hesitate to belt out your favorite song in the car; it’s your personal concert!
Don’t spread rumors to elevate yourself; honesty is the best policy.
Don’t be lazy during the week, but when the weekend hits, embrace it!
Don’t beat yourself up over a tough day with the kids or a slip in your diet; you’re only human.
Don’t slurp your soup; it’s not a race!
Don’t judge others too quickly; you don’t know their journey.
Don’t meddle in other people’s business; it’s not your affair!
Don’t fear the opinions of others; they don’t define you.
Don’t turn everything into a competition; sometimes collaboration is better.
Don’t play the comparison game; it’ll only bring you down.
Don’t say, “I can’t”; instead, say, “I’ll try!”
Don’t overspend; live within your means.
Don’t buy unnecessary things just because they’re on sale; resist the temptation!
Don’t be shy about enjoying Justin Timberlake’s “I’m Bringing Sexy Back”—it’s a classic!
Don’t shy away from saying sorry when you need to.
Don’t resort to name-calling during arguments; fight fair, not dirty.
Don’t overlook the importance of reading; immerse yourself in books!
Don’t skimp on a quality mattress; your back will thank you later.
Don’t forget to brush your teeth before hitting the hay.
Don’t say no to travel; the world is full of surprises waiting for you.
Don’t obsessively check your ex’s social media; just don’t!
Don’t assume the world is against you; often, it’s just you versus yourself.
Don’t cling to grudges; they only weigh you down.
Don’t hesitate to let go of toxic relationships; it’s for your own good.
Don’t forget the magic words: “please” and “thank you.”
And most importantly, don’t forget to tell your kids you love them every single day.
This article was originally published on Jan. 1, 2013, but we hope these tips bring a smile to your face as you navigate the beautiful chaos of parenting!
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