Growing up is tough and while we all need a little help to get though the tough stages, kids in particular need a little guidance from their parents.
Here are 20 life rules every child needs to know about:
That it is important to give to charity
Helping others is something that needs to be instilled from an early age.
To stick with sport interests
Whatever they choose - football, basketball, boxing - make sure they stick with them right through the teen years.
To never regret staying in to spend time with family
Being pulled in different directions by friends and family can make deciding on who to spend time with difficult.
That failure is not a bad thing
Because it’s not.
To try everything once
Well, almost everything!
That being original is cool
If everyone was the same the world would be a very boring place
To embrace productive criticism
And ignore other’s judgement.
Being popular is not the most important thing in life.
There are more serious issues to contend with.
Friends should always come before boys.
Boys will come and go.
To trust their own judgement
And go with it if it's something they really believe in.
To fall in love
Because it’s beautiful
To have their heart broken
To make them appreciate love that much more.
To dream big
And do all they can to fulfill them.
To work hard
Nothing comes from sitting back waiting for things to happen.
To believe in themselves
And not let anyone tell them otherwise.
Exercise to be fit not to lose weight
A good body image comes from a healthy body.
To enjoy food
Food is not the enemy.
That it is ok to cry
Boy, girl, young or old – crying is a natural part of life
That it's ok to be afraid
But it is better to try to overcome your fears.
Life is too short to leave it until tomorrow
Procrastination is never a good thing.