A key part of our gap year in New Zealand, Fiji, and Australia is dedicating time to reflect on how we got to where we are today. For this exercise, we all thought back to the hey-day of our childhood. From quirky to serious, read on for bits of wisdom from the Hongi group!
– Invest all of your Christmas money into Apple before iPhones.
– Play more basketball and golf as a young blood.
– Treat people the way you want to be treated – this includes everyone.
– You’re different, but different is brilliant. Don’t follow the crowd.
– Leave home because you’ll be so much more happier, or convince mom to leave dad.
– Happiness is what you need to aim for in life. School isn’t as important as everyone says.
– Don’t let others treat you poorly.
– Mom and dad want the best for you.
– Hard work does pay off.
– Always include everyone. You never know when a simple act of kindness will have a lasting impact on another person.
– Try everything. Every activity presents a learning opportunity. Seize them.
– Collect memories, not stuff. Go places and do things with your money and time versus buying clothes, gadgets, candies, etc.
– Always take the time to stop and pet the dogs you encounter.