My personal philosophy for 2026.
We are all imperfect. Getting upset when people aren't perfect is stupid. Likewise, don't expect others to fully move past some stupid shit you did. As for apologies, accept them, but don't forget what happened. Equally important: cut the stupid shit entirely. You're not the centre of the universe. The best you can do is get a grip: on your own habits, on owning up to things you did, and on your emotional response to things done to you. Don't let mistakes ruin your life.
This is a two-way street. The modern trend of "infodumping" is fun when welcomed, but conversations don't work like Twitter threads, and they are annoying when unwanted. Don't be afraid to hold back your ideas, but keep check over how feasible or realistic they are all the same; employ tact. Additionally, respond to things, don't react to them. Try to be a good listener, too.
Following tradition is stupid if it's painful. Embrace cringe and kill the fear factor imposed by others. Crush that systemic social control. Reject status quo. Express yourself. Acknowledge conservatism in that it exists, but don't play to it. Caveat: don't force others to enjoy what you enjoy, and make sure you don't fall into self-destructive behaviour. Another caveat: a house is a safe area for those who live there, so follow the house rules or leave.
If you believe something, live it. Socialists, limit your use of Amazon and DoorDash. Reject futility complexes and nihilism as well, especially if you find you're using them to justify overconsumption.
Don't be a lump. Put time into learning and bettering yourself. Spending 10 hours per day in a videogame is wasteful behaviour. If you find you waste multiple hours per day doing drugs, consider stopping. You won't be able to redo your life when you're old and dying, so do it correctly right now. Aim to be excellent.
Clean your face. Wash your body. Don't eat like shit. Clean your room. Tidy up. Exercise to some extent. You will feel very good.