This is the phrase my mother used to tell me when I did something, obeying the herd instinct. Then I protested and considered this expression stupid. Now I understand that it is necessary to do what is right, and not what others are doing. If I had listened to Mom for a year, my life would be fuller and more correct now.
Now in my room there is not the mess that reigned in the years of my childhood. Sometimes I allow creative mess, but nothing more. Mom used to say, "If you have nothing to do, put things in order." But she was right! If there is no inspiration, and the work does not move in any way, you can simply direct your energy to organize the space around you. At least in order not to do this routine work in moments of inspiration.
Don't jump on the bed, use the bed only for sleeping or sex, if you don't want to find out what insomnia is. Memorize the rule "bed = sleep" on your nose. Never watch TV, read, or work in bed.
As a child, I loved to stay at home, read books and watch TV. Mom tried to force me not to sit in my pants, especially at the TV. She sent me outside to walk and play with the guys in the yard. If I had listened to my mom then, maybe my socialization skills would have been better. In general, we all lack air, so listen to Mom and take a walk during your lunch break at work.
Oh, how often I heard this phrase in my childhood! Our preconceived opinion often helps us to pass by the beautiful. Our life would be much more intense if we used all the available opportunities and turned our noses less. Just like when I was a kid!
When my mother told me this phrase, I purposely hunched over to annoy her. Ah, if only I had followed this simple rule then. I wouldn't have half the health problems I have right now. No, no kidding, watch your posture, it's important.
When my brother and I were fighting, we spent too much time being offended at each other. When mom said this phrase, it seemed stupid to me, I couldn't understand why I should forgive everything if I didn't start anything at all. Meanwhile, Mom was just trying to clarify a simple law of life for us.
It's hard to imagine a child who loves fish. But it is really useful, including for the work of gray matter. I'm definitely not going to argue with that now!
As a child, I did not try to hide my emotions, often putting my parents in an awkward position. Then it was absolutely unclear to me why I got in the eye in the sandbox, if I just told the person the pure truth. Now I understand that sometimes it's better to keep silent and not rush to evaluate the actions of a particular person. However, sometimes it's better not to listen to Mom and say everything as it is.
Of course, Mom didn't lie here. She really loves you. And you really deserve not only her love, but also the love of others. You have potential and you need to use it. Be more attentive to your own life. Spend your time wisely. For example, to listen to Mom's advice another time.
