LIFE

Be honest. Because no one likes a kiss-up.

Lose the filler. “Like,” “um” and “you know” are garbage that your mouth spews when your brain is coming up with something else to say. Instead of saying them, take a slow breath instead. Much more mature.

Forget feeling self-conscious. Trust us, you’ll have way more fun rocking on with your silly self.

Speak up. Especially when you’re the new girl (or there’s a new girl looking for a friend).

Challenge yourself. Playing it safe is easy, but taking risks can be mega rewarding.

Ditch the drama. Your gals are trash talking again? Check out—it’s not worth your time or energy.

Go solo. Join clubs, start a business, explore a new interest—do the things the person you want to be would do.

Say no. Overloading your schedule will make you feel overtaxed and resentful. You’ll do a better job on everything if you limit yourself.

Listen to what others have to say. Zip those lips and just listen. It will make other people feel valued—and make you seem like the interested person you are.

Have a signature. From a scent to a hairstyle to a sign-off, be 100-percent Y-O-U.

How are you gonna rock 2014? Tell us in the comments!

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by Brittany Taylor | 2/1/2016