Today is my 29th birthday. My last year in my 20s!

It’s interesting. Someone recently asked me if I was dreading entering my 30s next year, and the answer is no! I think it is a privilege to age, and with our little one coming in February, and more babes to come (hopefully), my 30s will be my most challenging and rewarding years yet.

So, as I ring in another trip around the sun, here are 29 truths that I’d like to share:

1. Make your bed every day — even if it’s right before you get in it.
   
2. Set boundaries. Get comfortable saying “no.” If the person you are setting boundaries with does not respect you, tell them.
   
3. Your family doesn’t get a free pass for toxic behavior.
   
4. That being said, you choose your own family and circle. Sometimes your friends are more loyal to you than your own family. Embrace that. Welcome them in.
   
5. If you can’t find something, clean up the clutter.
   
6. Be proud of your body. It protects you, nourishes you, and keeps you safe. Love yourself.
   
7. Your health comes first. It comes before any job, any person, family or friend. Take care of yourself and put yourself first.
   
8. It is more than OK to watch the same movies and TV shows over and over again if it brings you joy.
   
9. The book is, in many cases, always better than the movie.
   
10. Write down what you are grateful for each day.
    
11. Read lots of books. You’ll love it. And start that book blog and bookstagram! You’ll make some lifelong friends there.
    
12. Know your worth.
    
13. If you recognize that someone needs help, reach out to them. Don’t put it off until the next day.
    
14. Travel when you can — even if it’s within your own state.
    
15. Success is not measured by material things.
    
16. Fight for the things you believe in.
    
17. Don’t compare yourself to others.
    
18. If you are with loved ones, put the damn phone away and be present.
    
19. Try new foods!
    
20. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. And, remember, failing isn’t always a negative thing.
    
21. Don’t Google things when you are pregnant. Just call your doctor.
    
22. Basic human rights is not something you can, or should, “agree to disagree” on.
    
23. Eat that slice of cake.
    
24. Trust your doctors — not a random man on YouTube or articles you find on Facebook.
    
25. Recognize your triumphs. Never be afraid to toot your own horn.
    
26. Have those tough conversations. They are uncomfortable, but you will feel free.
    
27. Everyone has a story.
    
28. Light a few candles when you are down … it really helps!
    
29. Never forget your truths.

What are some of your truths? I want to hear them!