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Life offers so many lessons, both practical
and personal, that you are never too young to begin learning them. Here are
some skills to learn as soon as possible.
Money Management
When
you start receiving money of your own, it's time to start understanding your
relationship with money. In a world where you can buy and sell every object,
the key is to save money by buying only essentials (必需品) and a treat
sometimes.
Cooking
One great way to save money is to learn to
cook for yourself. Beyond that, cooking at home also helps you control your
diet for better health. If you start doing this at an early age, you will not
have to depend on your parents too much.
Keeping Promises
Promises are a matter of honesty and should
be made with care. We must learn from an early age that our word must be
followed by action. When it isn't, others will quickly lose trust in us and not
respect us.
Accepting Rejections (拒绝)
Though you must be careful not to break your
word, others' promises aren't always kept. Learn about it early, and you won't
be hurt easily. Also, not every job application or desired (渴望的) friendship will
work out, so remember that there are more fish in the sea.
Lifelong Learning
No matter how old you get, there will
always be things beyond your understanding. It's better to learn to be modest
now rather than take a proud fall later in life. Be open to new experiences and
keep learning. And it's never too late to start.
