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I've learned-
that no matter how much I care some people just don't care back.

I've learned-
that it takes years to build trust, and only seconds to destroy it.

I've learned-
that it's not what you have in your life but who you have in your life that counts.

I've learned-
that you can get by on charm for about fifteen minutes. After that, you'd better know something.

I've learned-
that love is shown in what you do, along with what you say.

I've learned-
that you shouldn't compare yourself to the best that others can do.

I've learned-
that you can do something in an instant, that will give you heartache for life.

I've learned-
that speak when you are angry and you will regret it later.

I've learned-
that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them.

I've learned-
that you can keep going, long after you can't.

I've learned-
that you can control your attitude or it controls you.

I've learned-
that we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel.

I've learned-
that money is a lousy way of keeping score

I've learned-
that real heroes are the people who do what has to be done
when it needs to be done regardless of the consequences.

I've learned-
that my best friend and I can do anything or nothing, and have the best time.

I've learned-
that sometimes the people you expect to kick you when you're down will be the ones to help you get back up.

I've learned-
that sometimes when I'm angry I have the right to be angry,
but that never gives me the right to be cruel.

I've learned-
that regardless of how hot and steamy a relationship is at first, the passion fades and there had better be something worthwhile to take its place.

I've learned-
that true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance.

I've learned-
that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a secret. It could change your life forever.

I've learned-
that just because two people argue, it doesn't mean they don't love each other and just because they don't argue,
it doesn't mean they do love each other.

I've learned-
that maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had and what you have learned from them and less to do with how many birthdays you have celebrated.

I've learned-
that we don't have to change friends if we understand friends change.

I've learned-
that your family won't always be there for you. It may seem funny, but people you aren't related to can take care of you and love you and teach you to trust people again. Families aren't biological.

I've learned-
that it is OK to separate yourself from people that hurt you, even if they are family.

I've learned-
that no matter how good a friend is, they're going to hurt you every once in a while and you should forgive them for that.

I've learned-
that it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others. Sometimes you need to forgive yourself.

I've learned-
that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.

I've learned-
that no matter how bad your heart is broken the world doesn't stop for your grief.

I've learned-
that the people who truly believe in you, will not give up on you.

I've learned-
that sex too soon, only destroys the relationship.

I've learned-
that a smile, is the kindest gift we give to each other.

I've learned-
that children learn from our examples, whether it is good or bad.

I've learned-
that you should never tell a child they are worthless. They will fulfill the expectation. And what a tragedy that would be.

I've learned-
that hurtful words cause more damage, than any weapon.

I've learned-
that two people can look at the exact same thing and see something totally different.

I've learned-
that no matter how hard you try to protect your children, they will get hurt and you will hurt in the process.

I've learned-
that credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being.

I've learned-
that there is no shame in admitting when you are wrong. The only shame is not telling the person you wronged.

I've learned-
that your life can be changed in a matter of hours by people who don't even know you.

I've learned-
that when you think you have no more to give, when a friend cries out to you, you will find the strength to help.

I've learned-
that the people you care about most in life, are taken from you too soon.

I've learned-
that true love can not be found where it does not exist.

I've learned-
that true love can not be hidden where it truly does exist.

I've learned-
that it is taking me a long timeto become the person I want to be.

I've learned-
that it's hard to determine where to draw the line between being nice and not hurting people's feelings and standing up for what you believe in.

If you read the whole thing. I do hope you found something new to learn. I know I did.