Rule 79. Things you do in the past will catch up to you.

 

So don’t screw up your future by being a screw up in the present. As a teenager you tend to think you’re invincible and your actions have no consequences. Let me tell you kids, you are not invincible and your actions (if stupid enough) will catch up to you. Try and think long term when making big decisions, especially if they are stupid ones.

Think, if I did this and it showed up on the New York Times, would I be okay with that? That’s usually a good barometer for knowing when something is good or bad.

Rule 78. Do not ever bring an animal to another persons house under any condition.

No one wants to have to accommodate your stupid animal’s needs. So do not be that person who brings their dog to the house and have it run all around.

The ownership of another living thing is a very big task. Only get a pet if you are ready and capable of taking care of that thing. Don’t just get a pet to get one.

More often than not, owning a pet is only worth it if your lifestyle can handle it, if you work 40 hours a week and your animal is alone by itself all the time, ruining your house mind you, is that really fair to the animal or you?

Rule 77. Living by the water is overrated.

You know who are the first to die when there is a hurricane? THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE BY THE WATER.

You know whose house gets ruined when there is a big storm? Lemme take a guess and say the PEOPLE BY THE WATER.

Living by the water is good for like 2 days out of the whole year, so get a hotel room for that.

Rule 76. Always volunteer to public speak or offer to go first.

 

 

 Public speaking is a talent and it will take you places if you embrace it as such.
I cannot emphasize how important this skill is and how easy it is. Just have no fear and remember everyone who is watching you is too afraid to do what you’re doing. So own it.
Also always go first when in a big class because you’ll get judged less harsh and will be admired for your courage. Win Win Baby!

Rule 72. When you’re in the library, obey the noise rules. Disobey the food rules.

 

Nothing is more annoying than a people talking loudly in the library, when you’re in the library respect the people around you and the sanctity of the place you are in.

But bring a sandwich because you might get hungry, if they tell you you cant have one, put it in your backpack and eat it later when they leave. Unless of course you are around some expensive books, then, save the sandwich for later.