Happy Birthday Patricia! In today's episode, Particia shares 29 important lessons/reminders in life that we all need to hear, as she celebrates her 29th birthday. It’s not about you.  Communicate directly about desires, wishes, & expectations.  Be present. This moment is a gift and will only happen once, so enjoy it. Give a gift to your future self.  Learn more about finances and interest rates Have a filing cabinet Be open to things looking different than you imagined Compromise The beauty industry is a lie.  Have a baby.  Becoming a parent can give you more purpose— a stronger why.  Value your time.  Look at your calendar and audit what actually serves your current goals/ desires.  There is no perfect time.  This relates back to give a gift to your future self.  Say yes to pre-emptive therapy/ support.  Get a dog. Or a hamster. Or make a friend with one.  Have social media & phone boundaries  Be a tourist in your own backyard  Go to sleep earlier  Designate at least one night for no tv.  Start that dream project.  Take small steps.  Do it scared and even though you don’t feel ready. Create deadlines & accountability for yourself.  Do something with your photos! Self-care can be short.  5 minute qigong or CBD rub Visualization breaks instead of scrolling.  Read more.  Meal prep— make foods that are easy to eat later.  Remember who you are and what’s important to you.  Create your own seat at the table.  Ex: start a podcast, host an event, VCBW panel (party idea   ****   Ready to make a change? Book your free Explore Call with Patricia.   Patricia’s 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life through any transitional phase. Learn more at https://www.patriciacosulich.com.   Share this episode and tag us on social media! @patricia.cosulich & @the_transitions_podcast