Here are things nobody told you while growing up that would’ve been nice to know beforehand:1.Don’t Expect Smooth SeasThere will be many challenges, obstacles and curve balls swung your way.Just try to take life as it comes.Don’t fight against the current because you’ll just wear yourself out.If there’s a door that is standing wide open for you and another that you’re trying to get through by knocking it down, sometimes it’s best to take the door that’s already open for youIn other words don’t try to be someone/something you’re not.2. Learn About Personal Finance NowLearn how to budget and manage your money, how to open a checking/savings account, and how to use credit wisely and live within your means.Your future self will thank you for it.Buy quality items you can keep around for a long time to come, not cheap crap that breaks that you’ll have to buy again in a year.Invest in yourself, your education, your personal improvement, your health and your relationships to others.4.Time Is a Limited ResourceNothing lasts forever.Enjoy everymoment that you have.Enjoy life and practice being present in the moment because it goes by extremely fast.There will be both good and bad times.The bad thing about up is there’s always a down.It’s important to really enjoy and savor the good moments in life because you’ll need those memories to reflect back on when the bad times come.5.Make Your Health a Priority, Not an OptionOnce you get into your late 20s and early 30s your body is going to start losing metabolism and energy.You’re going to start hurting and going to bed earlier.Once you get into your late 20s and early 30s your body is going to start losing metabolism and energy.You’re going to start hurting and going to bed earlier.Start eating better and exercising.Don’t think of it as a choice.Start developing a healthier lifestyle and soon it will become habit.Take care of yourself physically, mentally and spiritually.6.How You Treat People MattersTreating people with respect and decency can get you a long way in the world.Remember that “honey attracts more flies than vinegar.”Being nice to people really does actually matter to people.You won’t get anywhere tearing other people down or blaming others for anything.Take responsibility for yourself, your actions and your feelings.Take Every Chance You GetLife is about taking chances, grabbing opportunities and taking risks.Don’t be afraid to try something new, move somewhere new, work somewhere new, meet new people and learn something new.