12 things you will understand as you get older.

1. Friends, even the close ones, might not stay in your life forever.

2. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself.

3. People notice the results, not how hard you worked for them.

4. It's normal to have heartache and fail sometimes.

5. Home is the best place to be.

6. Family and money are really important.

7. A good book is a great friend.

8. Moving around helps you feel less stressed.

9. Wasting time feeling sad or sorry won’t help you move forward.

10. What you want today might not matter to you tomorrow.

11. Your choices shape your life more than luck does.

12. Childhood is a special time in life.