I received the following on a card from my grandmother and I have had it displayed next to my bed since then. It really spoke to me.
Live Deep
Never stop learning, playing, or finding wonder in the world around you. Live the length of your life, but live the depth of it as well.
Travel Light
There is no use in carrying around worry and regret. They only weigh you down. Always keep yourself open to hope and to love. They give us wings.
Forgive Imperfections
In yourself and others. Imperfections keep things interesting. They're the cracks where the light shines through.
Own Beautiful Things
And not just to keep in the drawer, tucked away for a perfect day. Surround yourself with things that make you happy, that remind you of the beauty all around us if we only keep our eyes open to it.
Make Mistakes
Follow detours. Sometimes it take an unexpected turn to help us find the life that is waiting for us around the bend. Trust yourself and the path that is meant for you.
Take Care of Yourself
And sometimes that means you need the ice cream. Be good to your body, but also your mind and spirit. You're the only one who can.