Have you ever watched a TV show and thought, "wow, I really understand what XYZ is going through"? After rewatching Friends for the 100th time on Netflix, I realized how much I related to the characters. That's probably also why it's such an easy show to rewatch.

What are these 'life lessons', you ask?

I've gathered a couple of my favorite moments in the show and hope that you get something out of this post (besides a few chuckles).
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#1: Be proud of your body! It doesn't matter what size or color or shape you are. Don't let others make you feel inferior about it. EMBRACE YOURSELF!!


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#2: Don't be afraid to say no. It can be easy to tell a white lie and try to do a favor for a friend or get involved with something you don't believe in. You don't always have to reject a prospect in a negative way-- be honest about what YOU want.


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#3: Be proud of who you are. Don't grovel. Don't belittle yourself or your abilities. Have some confidence! You are amazing!!


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#4: So you may not be the smoothest when it comes to dating or flirting. So what? I say, be your weird awkward self! You'll be much happier to find someone who appreciates all your quirky personality traits.


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#5: Safety first. Don't get in the car with a drunk friend. Don't get in the car with a friend who can't drive. And always, always have your seatbelt on!


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#6: The world is a wonderful and magical place. But bad things happen. People die. Diseases exist. Poverty exists! It's a harsh reality and I think sometimes, it's important to take a step back from your own life to remember that.


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#7: Teamwork is important! There are things you can accomplish in a group that you can't do just on your own.


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#8: Be sincere. Whether you are apologizing or telling a story or getting to know someone, be sincere in whatever you do.


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#9: Celebrate your achievements! It can be something small like finishing a crossword puzzle on your own or something big like finishing your research project for grad school or something super big like crossing the finish line in a marathon! There can be so many moments in your life to be grateful for...be proud!


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#10: Own up to your mistakes. We're human. We mess up sometimes (or a lot of the times) but it's okay. This is how we grow and become better versions of ourselves. On that note, also don't be afraid to fail! The road to success starts with failure.


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#11: You're going to have some bad days. Let's be real here. It can be tough to stay positive and happy when that happens. But it's never good to send out negative vibes. Don't take your anger, frustration, or sadness OUT on somebody else. DO talk to someone about your feelings and find healthy ways to release those emotions (e.g. boxing, cycling, running, painting).

Okay, YOUR TURN! Tell me your favorite moments from Friends in the comments below :)

Not sure if you guys were aware or already read about it but the Algonquin Hotel's cat, Matilda, had her annual Cat Fashion Show.

The hotel actually has a tradition of sheltering cats from the street and Matilda is the hotel's 10th. In that spirit, the event raises money for donation to help other shelter cats.

Cutest event, especially if you are a cat lover. All guests must be dressed, including all furry friends.

Here are some of the pictures, straight from Gothamist.com.

Adorable, right? Definitely not something I generally write about but it was so precious, I couldn't just not share with you all. :)

I'm almost sad that there weren't other animals involved in this, like puppies or bunnies! I know some people object to exploiting animals this way but it really is a nice idea to get people aware about a good cause. Everyone has their own opinion but I personally think it's cute.


~Jenn